Coreopsis ‘Li’l Bang Enchanted Eve’ is a popular perennial, celebrated for its reliable performance, visual appeal, and continuous color. Its compact growth and abundant blooms make it widely appealing for many landscape designs, bringing vibrancy from early summer into autumn.
Discovering ‘Enchanted Eve’
It stands out with distinctive floral characteristics and tidy growth. Blossoms showcase butter-yellow petals with a burgundy-red heart. This central red marking expands and becomes more pronounced in cooler temperatures, creating a dynamic visual effect.
The plant forms a compact, well-branched mound of green foliage, typically 8 to 12 inches high and spreading 12 to 20 inches wide. Its dwarf size suits various garden applications. Blooming profusely, ‘Enchanted Eve’ provides continuous flowers from early summer through early fall.
Planting for Success
Establishing ‘Enchanted Eve’ requires full sun (at least six hours daily), though it tolerates partial shade in hotter climates. It adapts well to various soil types, including chalk, loam, and sand, but needs well-drained conditions.
Average to poor soil quality is acceptable, tolerating rocky or sandy soil. The ideal soil pH is neutral (6.5 to 7.5). Space plants 16 to 24 inches apart for mature spread and air circulation. It is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9, withstanding winter temperatures down to approximately -20°F.
Ongoing Care for Vibrant Blooms
‘Enchanted Eve’ is low maintenance and resilient. Once established, it is drought tolerant, needing minimal watering except during extended dry periods. Consistent watering during its first season helps develop a strong root system.
This sterile cultivar continuously produces new flowers without traditional deadheading. A midsummer shearing after the initial bloom flush can tidy the plant and promote fall flowers. Modest fertilization is sufficient; apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in late spring as new growth emerges. The plant resists common pests and diseases, and is deer and rabbit resistant.
Designing with ‘Enchanted Eve’
Its compact size and continuous flowering make it versatile for various garden designs. It excels in borders, defining edges with consistent color. Its mounded form also suits containers and patio pots, bringing vibrant color to smaller or paved areas.
It integrates seamlessly into rock gardens, providing bright accents against stone, and can be used in mass plantings for a sweeping display. Its blooms attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, contributing to garden biodiversity. The flowers are also suitable for cutting for indoor enjoyment.