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Bright yellow tickseed in full bloom in a sunny borderPerennials

Coreopsis grandiflora

Tickseed

tickseedsun-lovingbee-friendlydrought-tolerantyellow flowers

Tickseed is a cheerful perennial that floods the garden with bright yellow daisy-like flowers from June to September. The plant grows compactly and is particularly suited to dry, sunny borders. Butterflies and bees happily visit the blooms.

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Characteristics

Sun
Full sun
Water
Low
Height
40–60 cm
Spread
30–45 cm
Hardiness zone
4–9
Family
Asteraceae
Evergreen
No
Flower colors
yellow
Wildlife value
bees, butterflies

Bloom period

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Care guide

Plant in full sun in light, well-drained soil. The plant is drought-tolerant and needs little water. Avoid overly rich or wet soil as this makes the plant floppy. Apply a light layer of compost in spring.

Pruning tips

Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. Cut the plant back to just above ground level in autumn. Divide every two to three years to prevent exhaustion.

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Full sunLow60–90 cm
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Full sunLow30–60 cm