Coreopsis 'Super Star'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, deer-resistant pollinator blooms.
Introducing Coreopsis 'Super Star,' a standout cultivar celebrated for its exceptionally large flowers, measuring 2.5 to 3.5 inches across, the biggest in the Coreopsis family. These vibrant yellow blooms are beautifully accented with raspberry centers and are presented on upright stems, making them ideal for both garden beds and as eye-catching cut flowers. This variety is a magnet for bees and butterflies, adding life to your garden. 'Super Star' also offers robust garden performance, being frost tolerant and resistant to mildew and deer.
$16.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
756
/ 2582
#756 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-58%
Below average
Growth Habit
Mound-shaped
/ Mound-shaped
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, vibrant floral displays
- Busy homeowners wanting long-lasting color with minimal maintenance
- Landscapers managing hot, dry, or low-water environments
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid climates prone to fungal issues
- Gardeners preferring long-term, low-maintenance perennial plantings
- Homeowners with heavy clay or poorly draining soil
Performance breakdown
Bloom Size
Industry-leading flower diameter sets a new standard for the Coreopsis genus.
Pollinator Appeal
High-impact nectar source that reliably draws bees and butterflies all season.
Garden Resilience
Robust resistance to mildew and deer ensures a low-maintenance landscape experience.
Bloom Duration
Repeat blooming habit provides consistent color from late spring through autumn.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy upright stems make these blooms perfect for fresh indoor arrangements.
Climate Adaptability
Frost tolerance offers peace of mind across a wide range of zones.
Key Specs
Growth Habit
Mound-shaped
Mature Height
1.0 feet
Mature Width
1.0 feet
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
USDA Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Bloom Season
Late Spring to Mid Fall
Flower Color
Multi-Color, Yellow
Features
- Largest Coreopsis flowers on the market
- Striking yellow petals with raspberry centers
- Excellent as cut flowers
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Frost tolerant for reliable performance
- Resistant to mildew and deer
- Repeat bloomer for extended color
- Mound-shaped habit
What customers say
The plants arrive healthy and robust, establishing the high quality expected from Wayside Gardens. Gardeners consistently highlight the exceptional reliability and performance of the Coreopsis 'Super Star'. It delivers prolific, long lasting blooms that provide dependable color throughout the summer season. This vigorous growth and reliable return year after year make it a standout performer and an excellent value for money.
Know before you buy
The 'Super Star' cultivar produces the largest blooms in the Coreopsis family, measuring between 2.5 and 3.5 inches across.
It is a low-maintenance, repeat bloomer that provides color from late spring through mid-fall. Its mound-shaped habit stays compact at 12 inches tall and wide, requiring little intervention to maintain its form.
Yes, 'Super Star' is a hardy perennial suitable for USDA zones 5 through 9. It is frost-tolerant, making it a reliable choice for regions that experience late spring or early autumn chills.
Yes, this cultivar is specifically noted for its resistance to both deer and mildew. This makes it a great option for garden areas where pest pressure or humidity-related fungal issues are common concerns.
Absolutely. The flowers grow on upright stems that are well-suited for cutting, allowing you to bring their vibrant yellow and raspberry-accented colors indoors.
For the best performance and continuous blooming, 'Super Star' requires full sun exposure. Ensure you plant it in a location that receives direct sunlight for the majority of the day.
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