Daisy-like flowers early summer-fall. Many varieties are in the yellow to gold family; others are burgundy, pink, red, white. Foliage can be fine and feathery (c. verticillata) or more prominent and lance-like (c. grandiflora or c. hybrid) Coreopsis is an excellent choice for garden beds, borders and containers. A favorite due to its long bloom time, ease of growing and for being a pollinator magnet!
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Sunfire'
Tickseed
Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture
- Yellow ruffled blossoms with burgundy center
- Blooms late June-October
- Long stems make this a great cutting flower
Blooms all Season
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Garden
Long Blooming
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Coreopsis is easy to grow Prefers well-drained soil and full sun Deadhead to promote continued blooms Once established, it is drought tolerant
Height: 16-18 in
Spread: 18-24 in
Spacing: 18 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Burgundy, Yellow
Zone: 4-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Garden
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
- Border or Bed
- Drought Tolerant
- Blooms all Season
- Edging
- Container
- Summer Bloomer
- Low Maintenance
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Fall
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
Genus Overview: Coreopsis
Common Name: Tickseed
Daisy-like flowers early summer-fall. Many varieties are in the yellow to gold family; others are burgundy, pink, red, white. Foliage can be fine and feathery (c. verticillata) or more prominent and lance-like (c. grandiflora or c. hybrid) Coreopsis is an excellent choice for garden beds, borders and containers. A favorite due to its long bloom time, ease of growing and for being a pollinator magnet!