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🌼✨ Plains Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) Seeds – 200 Premium Wildflower Annual Seeds

🌼✨ Plains Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) Seeds – 200 Premium Wildflower Annual Seeds

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Coreopsis tinctoria (Plains Coreopsis) is a vibrant annual wildflower native to North America, known for its bright yellow petals with striking red-brown centers. Blooming profusely from early summer to fall, Plains Coreopsis adds cheerful color and natural beauty to meadows, wildflower gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

Usage:
Perfect for wildflower meadows, naturalized gardens, borders, and pollinator habitats. Plains Coreopsis attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, supporting biodiversity while providing long-lasting color in sunny garden spaces.

Sowing Time:

  • Direct sow outdoors in spring after the last frost for best results.

  • Can also be started indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost.

Germination:

  • Seeds germinate in 7-14 days at 18-22°C (64-72°F).

  • Lightly cover seeds as they require some light to germinate.

Soil Requirements:

  • Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.

  • Tolerates poor soils, drought, and heat once established.

  • Thrives in neutral to slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0-7.0).

Light Requirements:

  • Full sun for optimal flowering.

Watering:

  • Keep soil moist during germination.

  • Once established, drought tolerant and requires minimal watering.

Planting Tips:

  • Thin seedlings to 20-30 cm (8-12 inches) apart for healthy growth.

  • Deadhead to promote extended blooming and seed production.

  • Suitable for naturalized and informal garden settings.

Height & Spread:

  • Grows 30-60 cm (12-24 inches) tall with a spread of 30-45 cm (12-18 inches).

Additional Info:
Plains Coreopsis is a hardy, low-maintenance annual that thrives in hot, dry conditions and poor soils, making it ideal for xeriscaping and low-water gardens. Its bright flowers provide long-lasting beauty and essential forage for pollinators.


 

The packet available for sale contains 1 gram or about 200 seeds

 

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