Presto Tickseed
Coreopsis grandiflora
kor-ee-OP-sis gran-dih-FLOR-uh
Perennials: Daisy
Tickseed
Zone
4: -30° to -20°
Min. Temp
Hardy: 28°
This Coreopsis has the unique combination of a dwarf habit and large flowers. From early through late summer golden yellow, semi-double to double flowers are
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Green
Fall Foliage
Yellow
Flower Color
Yellow
Blooming Time
Early Summer - Mid Summer
Habit
Upright
Height
6–12 in
Spread
6–12 in
Form
Daisy Type
Characteristics
Type
Cultivar
Safety
Non-toxic
Growth Rate
Moderate
Tolerance/Resistance
Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators; Attracts Butterflies
Uses/Placement
Edging
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun: 8-12 hrs
Soil Texture
Sandy
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Soil Moisture
Dry to Average
Soil PH
Slightly Alkaline: 7.0-7.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly alkaline soil
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Light Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Balanced Fertilizer
Fertilizer Timing
Pre-Bloom
Micronutrients
Magnesium (Mg)
Care
Care Level
Low
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Benefits from Pollinators
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Spring or Fall Division