Plains Coreopsis – Coreopsis tinctoria

Annual Open Pollinated. Cheery bicolor annual in shades of yellow and red actually means “cheerful” in the language of flowers. Useful as a filler in bouquets or as edible flowers, to add color to salads. 1/4 lb covers approximately 1000 sq ft if broadcast. Thin to 6 – 8″ apart when plants reach 2″ tall.

Flowers: Good cut flower. Blooms in summer
Attracts: Attracts butterflies and birds
Soil: Adaptable to various soil types, can tolerate poor drainage
Native: Western US
USDA Zone: 3-10
Plant In: Fall or Spring
Planting Depth: 1/4″
Days to Germinate: 20-25 Days
Height At Maturity: 2′-4′
Sun/Shade Requirements: Partial Sun
Water Needs: Moderate Water
Bloom Season: Summer, Fall
Seeding Rate: Use 1/4 lb per 1,000 square feet
Facts of Note: Ideal for areas with standing water, 1-2 flowers that bloom heavily for extended periods of time
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 349,947