Coreopsis tinctoria

dyer's tickseed
An upright, fast-growing annual, with lance-shaped leaves, reaching a height of 1m by the end of the season. From summer into early autumn, daisy-like bright yellow flowerheads with red centres are borne on branching stems
Other common names
Nuttal weedSynonyms
Coreopsis marmorata hort. ex WiegandCoreopsis nana hort.
see moreCoreopsis elegans hort. ex Wiegand
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
1 yearUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Red Yellow | Green | ||
Autumn | Red Yellow | Green | ||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Coreopsis can be annuals or perennials, with paired, simple, palmate or pinnately divided leaves and long-stalked, daisy-like flower-heads
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- N America
How to grow
Cultivation
Grows best in a fertile, well-drained soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildflower meadow
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Prairie planting
- Wildlife gardens
- Cut flowers
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Deadhead to prolong flower display
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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