Coreopsis 'Mercury Rising' (Tickseed)

Tickseed 'Mercury Rising', 'Mercury Rising' Tickseed, PP#24689

Deep burgundy-red velvety petals surround a yellow center on blooms that begin in early summer and continue to fall. Cold hardiness and the red flower color are due to the C. rosea parentage. In cool temperatures, flowers may be streaked with creamy white for added appeal. Grows to 15-18” and will spread up to 3’. Plant 24” apart.

Plant Type Perennials
Hardiness Zone 5-9
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer, Fall
Height12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in)
Spread12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in)
Spacing 24" - 30" (in)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Tolerance Deer, Drought, Rabbit
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Pollinators
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Patio and Containers
Coreopsis 'Mercury Rising' (Tickseed) | Tickseed 'Mercury Rising', 'Mercury Rising' Tickseed, PP#24689 || Deep burgundy-red velvety petals surround a yellow center on blooms that begin in early summer and continue to fall. Cold hardiness and the red flower color are due to the C. rosea parentage. In cool temperatures, flowers may be streaked with creamy white for added appeal. Grows to 15-18” and will spread up to 3’. Plant 24” apart.
Full Sun, Summer, Fall, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained, Showy, Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Patio and Containers
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