A most unique Coreopsis. This flower head's golden eye is ringed with fluted yellow petals, each rolled into a tube and notched. Much tougher and long-lived than some recent introductions we could mention, 'Jethro Tull' flowers all summer, even more if deadheaded. PPAF

A genus of Daisy-like plants, Coreopsis is excellent for the border. Most are native to the southeastern United States and Mexico. They are not the least fussy about soil but require full sun. Cut stems back after the first flush of flowers fade to promote a repeat bloom.