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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
Candytuft
Fountain Grass
Salvia
Plant Details
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Common name
Tickseed
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Botanical name
Coreopsis grandiflora
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Variety
na
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Zone
USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
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Light
Sun
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Height
24" (61 cm)
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Habit
Upright
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Feed
Use all-purpose
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Water
Weekly during dry spells
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Bloom Color
Yellow
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Bloom Time
Summer-fall
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Maintenance
Remove spent blooms