Ladybird Tickseed
Coreopsis 'Ladybird'
Overview
The Ladybird Tickseed, Coreopsis 'Ladybird', is a vibrant perennial boasting masses of cheerful, red flowers with yellow centers. This compact variety reaches 8-12 inches in height and spreads 12-18 inches, flourishing in USDA zones 5-9. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, requires minimal watering once established, and delights pollinators. Ideal for borders, containers, and mass plantings, it provides a long bloom season from early summer to fall.
Sun FullWater MediumZones 4–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 4–9
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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