Coreopsis

About

Add a burst of cheerful, daisy-like color to your landscape with the easy-going, sun-loving Coreopsis! Also called Tickseed or Calliopsis , Coreopsis is a hardy perennial flower from the Asteraceae family known for its long-lasting yellow, pink, and bi-color blooms that brighten borders, pollinator gardens, and cottage-style beds all season long! These trouble-free flowering plants are xeric , drought-tolerant, deer-resistant , and attract butterflies and bees with ease. With tidy mounding forms or taller upright options, Coreopsis is a go-to for beginner gardeners, native plant lovers, and anyone seeking long summer color with little fuss! Key Benefits of Coreopsis Thriving in full sun and tolerant of various soil types and conditions, it is a popular plant for beginner gardeners. Bright, daisy-like flowers in yellow, pink, or red tones Toothy-edged petals Long bloom time from early summer into fall Attracts butterflies and beneficial pollinators Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant once established Thrives in poor to average soils and full sun Easy to grow, low maintenance, and great for beginners Useful in borders, rock gardens, mass plantings , and containers Landscaping Uses Coreopsis plants offer vibrant color, versatility, and lasting charm for nearly any garden style. Mounding varieties are fantastic for edging pathways, flower beds, or container gardens. Taller types shine at the back of borders, paired with ornamental grasses or along sunny fences. Try mixing Coreopsis with other drought-tolerant perennials like Daylilies, Autumn Joy Sedum, and Salvia for extended interest and easy-care combinations. Perfect for cottage gardens , butterfly habitats, drought-tolerant designs, and even rock gardens , this genus delivers long seasonal value with very little effort. The roots hold soil and stand strong on hard-to-mow hillsides and eroding slopes . About Coreopsis (Tickseed) Coreopsis is a dependable, low-maintenance genus of flowering perennials in the Asterace