Coreopsis
Coreopsis scatters small, sunny daisy flowers on airy, branching stems, adding a loose sparkle to cottage and meadow arrangements. Its rays run from bright buttery yellow through orange to crimson, often with a contrasting eye, and read as delicate confetti among heavier blooms. Florists use it as a lightweight filler that softens outlines and fills gaps with colour. Inexpensive and abundant in high summer, it is a quintessential garden-style ingredient.
| Family | Asteraceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | North America |
| Peak season | June, July, August |
| Availability | June, July, August, September |
| Stem length | 30–60 cm |
| Vase life | 5–7 days |
| Colors | yellow, orange, red, bicolor |
| Price tier | budget |
Cut the slender stems on an angle and place straight into cool water with flower food. Remove lower leaves to keep the water clean, as the fine foliage decays quickly. Let the stems hydrate in a cool spot before arranging, and pick blooms that are freshly open rather than aged for the best vase performance.
- •Choose freshly opened blooms
- •Strip fine lower foliage
- •Use flower food in clean water
- •Refresh water every two days
- •Keep cool and out of drafts
