Tickseed Seeds - Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Tickseed is a flowering plant with a compact to upright growth habit and finely divided foliage. It is well adapted to warm and temperate climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained soil. This plant establishes easily from seed and is suitable for garden beds, borders, and naturalized planting areas. It tolerates heat and moderate drought once established, supporting steady growth throughout the growing season.

Features

• Compact to upright flowering plant
• Suitable for beds, borders, and naturalized areas
• Performs well in full sun environments
• Adapted to warm and temperate climates
• Tolerates moderate drought once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Coreopsis spp.
• Common Name (US): Tickseed
• Seed Type / Variety: Standard Variety
• Growth Habit: Compact to upright plant
• USDA Zones: 4-9
• Planting Season: Spring or fall
• Growing Season: Warm to mild season
• Sowing Season: February to April and September to October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7-21 days at 18-24°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, light to moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate; avoid overwatering
• Mature Plant Size: 30-90 cm height, 30-45 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 25-30 cm between plants