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Tickseed

Shining stars of the perennial garden, these abundantly blooming compact plants produce small daisylike flowers that may attract butterflies and songbirds to the garden. Combine with purple cranesbill, red bee balm and blue bachelor button for a fabulous blend of color and texture. Remove faded flowers for continuous bloom.

Companion Plants

Coneflower

Salvia

Shasta Daisy

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Tickseed

  • Botanical name

    Coreopsis species

  • Variety

    Mix

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    8-24" (20-61 cm)

  • Habit

    Clumping

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    Weekly during dry spells

  • Bloom Color

    Mix

  • Bloom Time

    Summer-fall

  • Maintenance

    Remove spent blooms