Coreopsis 'Baby Sun'

Coreopsis 'Baby Sun': A Compact Beacon of Golden Light

Glowing with rich, buttery yellow blooms, Coreopsis 'Baby Sun' is a cheerful, compact cultivar that infuses borders and beds with lasting summer warmth. Its daisy-like flowers stand proudly atop upright stems, radiating brightness from early summer into autumn. With a tidy, bushy form and a generous bloom habit, this dwarf variety is perfect for smaller spaces, containers, and sunny front-of-border plantings. Resilient, easygoing, and beloved by pollinators, 'Baby Sun' brings sunshine to the garden with charming ease.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 30–40 cm
• Spread: 30–40 cm, forming a rounded, compact clump
• Flower Colour: Bright golden yellow with a subtle orange center
• Flowering Period: Early summer to early fall
• Foliage: Deep green, lance-shaped leaves in a bushy, upright habit
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; adaptable to poor or sandy conditions; drought tolerant once established

Uses and Benefits: Coreopsis 'Baby Sun' is tailor-made for tight garden spaces, sunny patios, and pollinator-friendly plantings. Its compact form allows for easy integration into containers or narrow borders, while its extended flowering season ensures lasting visual appeal. Butterflies and bees frequent its golden blooms, making it a valuable contributor to ecological plantings. Whether used in mass for vibrant impact or tucked among perennials in mixed borders, 'Baby Sun' delivers colour, ease, and reliable summer performance.

Companion Plants: Combine Coreopsis 'Baby Sun' with Panicum 'Prairie Fire' for a striking blend of golden blooms and upright grass blades that deepen to red as the season progresses, echoing the warm tones of summer. Add the airy blue spires of Salvia 'May Night' to contrast the yellow blooms and invite pollinators, creating a dynamic rhythm of colour and form. For a charming finishing touch, plant Sedum 'Fulda Glow' at the front of the border—its bronze-red foliage and late-season flowers extend the interest and pick up the orange hints in 'Baby Sun'’s central eye.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Once established, 'Baby Sun' tolerates drought well, though occasional watering during prolonged dry spells will encourage more abundant flowering. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to promote continued blooming throughout the season. Cut back by one-third in late summer to refresh growth and extend the display. Divide every 3–4 years to maintain plant health and form.

History: A compact selection of Coreopsis grandiflora, 'Baby Sun' was introduced to bring big impact to smaller spaces. Native to North America, C. grandiflora is prized for its generous, long-lasting flowers and ease of cultivation. 'Baby Sun' retains the bold, daisy-like charm of the species while offering a shorter, more manageable size—ideal for urban gardens, containers, and sunny borders.

Final Thoughts: Bright, breezy, and effortless, Coreopsis 'Baby Sun' is a compact treasure that beams with golden cheer all summer long. When planted alongside the bold verticals of Panicum 'Prairie Fire', the indigo richness of Salvia 'May Night', and the low-growing glow of Sedum 'Fulda Glow', it becomes the radiant heart of a sun-kissed garden tapestry. A delightful choice for gardeners seeking colour, charm, and pollinator appeal in a compact form.