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Tickseed, Coreopsis tripteris
This late summer perennial fills July through September with dense lemon yellow blossoms with dark centers. It is both long blooming and low maintenance. Tickseed thrives in dry poor soils such as rocky or sandy soils. Clay soils should be amended with compost before planting to aid drainage. A full grown plant can reach up to 6-8 feet high and 3-4 feet wide.
Size: 3 Quart
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Water and Soil Requirements: Medium, Dry to well drained soils
Deer Resistant: Mostly
Ecological benefits/uses: Provides nectar and pollen to beneficial insects and pollinators such as hoverflies, bees, wasps, and butterflies. It is a great addition to a pollinator garden, vegetable garden, or traditional landscape. Tickseed will also perform well in a container with good drainage.
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