#514 - Coreopsis integrifolia (Chipola River Daisy)

I was given this plant by a friend at the Wichita Botanical Garden a few years ago and after growing it a while, I now think it's the bee's knees. Chipola River Daisy is a fall blooming member of the Coreopsis clan that is found in the wild only along the Chipola River in southern Georgia and the Florida panhandle. Despite its deep south origin, this rare perennial has been fully winter hardy in Wichita, KS for over 15 years. Its floral display consists of huge golden daisies with dark black centers which are quite a delight for both gardeners and butterflies.