Go Back Coreopsis Sunfire Tickseed

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:02 PM
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Sunfire'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    Delightful golden yellow petals with a deep burgundy center bloom from the middle of the summer through to fall.  Great in mass plantings or containers. A very long blooming and undemanding plant, perfect for brightening up any landscape!  Long stems make for nice bouquets.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Plant in average, well-drained soil in a full sun location. If grown in moist or fertile soils, Coreopsis tends to become floppy. Deadheading spent blooms promotes flowering. Divide every three years.

    Flower Color

    Yellow with burgundy base

    Foliage Color

    Green

    Plant Spread

    20-22 in.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    18-20 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    3-8

    Soil Moisture

    Average to moist soil

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Cut flower, Showy flowers, Middle of the Border, Mass Plant, Edging

    Bloom Time

    All summer

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Full sun

    Growth Rate

    medium

    Seasonal Interests

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