Coreopsis 'Limerock Ruby' came onto the scene when the treadleaf Coreopsis were peaking in popularity. Every gardener had to have it, even those who didn't really like red in the garden. Unfortunately Coreopsis 'Limerock Ruby' was put on the market before its hardiness was fully tested in a variety of climates and many northern gardeners were disappointed to find that Coreopsis 'Limerock Ruby' did not return the following year. It has since been re-listed as a USDA Zone 6 plant, rather than the USDA Zone 5 it was originally designated.
There have been more introductions, like the pink Coreopsis 'Limerock Passion' and the tangerine Coreopsis 'Limerock Dream', that keep the interest in Coreopsis plants going strong. What all the Coreopsis varieties share is the feature of never disappointing on blooms. Weather your lasts for years or gives you only a season of pleasure, you will still feel you've gotten your money's worth.
- Zones: 6 - 11
- Colors: Ruby Red with Orange-gold Center
- Height: 18 - 24" Width: 24 - 30"
- Bloom Period: Mid-Summer - Fall
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Notes: Benefits from a shearing after the initial bloom fades.
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