Coreopsis verticillata 'Ladybird' ~ Ladybird Coreopsis size-3-5-cal Tall burgundy spikes holding small

Tall burgundy spikes holding small two-lipped purple flowers bloom in late spring through summer and can continue into fall if deadheaded

Its flowers are attractive to butterflies

IMAGES: jacinta lluch valero

Totem Pole Switch Grass is a dramatic warm season ornamental grass with narrow gray green to steel blue foliage

Penny Winter Mix Viola is a hardy compact uniform perennial with tight branches and toothed green heart-shaped leaves leaves

Coreopsis verticillata 'Ladybird' ~ Ladybird Coreopsis size-3-5-cal Tall burgundy spikes holding smallLadybird Coreopsis is a very hardy petite perennial native with an upright habit and narrow dark green foliage. The vivid orange red daisy like flowers occasionally tipped in gold bloom from summer into fall. Prefers full sun and moist, well drained soil. Drought, Humidity, and road salt tolerance. Ladybird is resistant to powdery mildew. Type: Perennial Origins: Southeast N. America; GA Native Height: 0. 75' 1' Spread: 1 1. 5' Spacing: 1. 5 USDA