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Coreopsis, or tickseed, is a garden favorite because of its daisy-like flower, extended bloom season, and long stem fresh cut flowers. This adaptable and durable relative of the sunflower is easy to grow, pest resistant, drought and soil tolerant.
Perennial (and Annual) varieties come in various shades of yellow, dark gold, almost orange, variegated and now pink. Coreopsis species heights range from less than 1 foot to almost 4 feet.
They perform best in full sun, in the flower bed or as container plants.
PLANTING: Set plants 10 to 12 inches apart, or more for larger cultivars. Choose a location in full sun or very light shade; Coreopsis is very easy to grow and will tolerate any soil except waterlogged soil. It prefers lean, sandier soils and requires little watering once established. MAINTENANCE: Very little fertilizer is needed, especially once established. Periodically removing spent flowers will lengthen the blooming season. We recommend a mulch of humus or compost. Dividing every 2 or 3 years as necessary will induce stronger growth. Otherwise, plants are pest- and disease-free, requiring no special care. Zones various.
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