Coreopsis NOVA 'Opal' | Opal Tickseed
DESCRIPTION
Coreopsis NOVA 'Opal' is a beautiful perennial featuring creamy white to soft pink flowers, with lavender-tinged petal edges and a striking coral to dark pink eye at the center. Blooming from early summer through early fall, the daisy-like flowers create a delicate and luminous effect, standing tall on slender stems above lush green foliage. The blooms attract pollinators and bring an elegant, airy charm to garden spaces.
Bred for its intricate color palette and long blooming season, 'Opal' is perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly areas. Its soft, blended hues offer a graceful contrast to more vibrant garden plants, enhancing the beauty of summer landscapes.
DESCRIPTION
Coreopsis NOVA 'Opal' is a beautiful perennial featuring creamy white to soft pink flowers, with lavender-tinged petal edges and a striking coral to dark pink eye at the center. Blooming from early summer through early fall, the daisy-like flowers create a delicate and luminous effect, standing tall on slender stems above lush green foliage. The blooms attract pollinators and bring an elegant, airy charm to garden spaces.
Bred for its intricate color palette and long blooming season, 'Opal' is perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly areas. Its soft, blended hues offer a graceful contrast to more vibrant garden plants, enhancing the beauty of summer landscapes.
DESCRIPTION
Coreopsis NOVA 'Opal' is a beautiful perennial featuring creamy white to soft pink flowers, with lavender-tinged petal edges and a striking coral to dark pink eye at the center. Blooming from early summer through early fall, the daisy-like flowers create a delicate and luminous effect, standing tall on slender stems above lush green foliage. The blooms attract pollinators and bring an elegant, airy charm to garden spaces.
Bred for its intricate color palette and long blooming season, 'Opal' is perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly areas. Its soft, blended hues offer a graceful contrast to more vibrant garden plants, enhancing the beauty of summer landscapes.
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Family: Asteraceae
Height: 12 to 18 inches
Width: 12 to 18 inches
Foliage color: Green, finely divided leaves
Flower color: Creamy white to pale pink with lavender-tinged petal edges and an opalescent hue
Bloom time: Early summer to early fall
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Low to moderate
Maintenance: Low; deadhead to encourage continuous blooms, cut back in fall
Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees and butterfliesThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
