Quick answer: Threadleaf coreopsis (Coreopsis verticillata) is native to 14 states. What's commonly sold under this name is often a bred variety or the wrong species — see the lookalike alert below. It's typically live plant, verified 04 Nov 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Low water, Dry |
| Soil | Sandy, well-drained soils |
| Bloom | Bloom Jun-Jul |
| Height | Up to 3 ft tall |
| Wildlife value | Seeds eaten by birds; attracts birds and butterflies; nectar source |
USDA native status listed as native to lower 48 US states but introduced/invasive (I) in Canada.
Lookalike alert
Cultivar only ('Moonbeam') in all 4 states; no straight-species seed packet found anywhere.
Sold as: Live plant via Amazon · listing verified 04 Nov 2026
See where to buy →Quick answers about Threadleaf coreopsis
Where is Threadleaf coreopsis native?
Threadleaf coreopsis (Coreopsis verticillata) is native to 14 states across the Northeast, Midwest and South. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Threadleaf coreopsis bloom?
Threadleaf coreopsis blooms Jun-Jul. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Threadleaf coreopsis need?
Light: Sun, Part Shade. Water: Low water, Dry. Soil: Sandy, well-drained soils. Mature height: Up to 3 ft tall.
Is Threadleaf coreopsis good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Seeds eaten by birds; attracts birds and butterflies; nectar source.
Is Threadleaf coreopsis deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Threadleaf coreopsis is deer-resistant, drought-tolerant and tolerates shade.
Where can I buy real Threadleaf coreopsis seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as live plant that names the true species, last checked 04 Nov 2026. Be aware that some sellers offer bred varieties under this name.
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Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Threadleaf coreopsis.
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