Swamp Tickseed
Towards summer’s end, bright yellow flowers with dark brown cones begin to appear on upright and vigorous 3-4’ tall foliage, lasting well into fall to the delight of many pollinators. Native to swampy areas of the Southeastern U.S., it prefers moist soil and tolerates extended periods of wet conditions. Disease resistant. Plant 36” apart.
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone | 6-9 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring, Summer |
| Height | 2' - 4' (ft), 3' - 6' (ft) |
| Spread | 2' - 4' (ft), 3' - 6' (ft) |
| Spacing | 4' (ft) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Great Foliage, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Heat, Rabbit, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies, Pollinators |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Patio and Containers, Specimen |
Image © Perennial Farm
Image © Perennial Farm
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Coreopsis palustris ‘Summer Sunshine’
Swamp Tickseed
Towards summer’s end, bright yellow flowers with dark brown cones begin to appear on upright and vigorous 3-4’ tall foliage, lasting well into fall to the delight of many pollinators. Native to swampy areas of the Southeastern U.S., it prefers moist soil and tolerates extended periods of wet conditions. Disease resistant. Plant 36” apart. |
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