Coreopsis auriculata ‘Nana’ | Dwarf Tickseed
DESCRIPTION
Coreopsis auriculata 'Nana', commonly known as Dwarf Tickseed, is a compact perennial known for its bright golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers. It blooms in late spring and early summer, creating a cheerful display that continues through the warm months. The flowers are attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.
This dwarf variety of Coreopsis auriculata originated from the southeastern United States, where it thrives in meadows and open woodlands. 'Nana' is a compact cultivar, well-suited for smaller garden spaces, rock gardens, or as a ground cover in mixed borders. Its tidy habit and long blooming season make it a favorite for gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet vibrant color.
DESCRIPTION
Coreopsis auriculata 'Nana', commonly known as Dwarf Tickseed, is a compact perennial known for its bright golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers. It blooms in late spring and early summer, creating a cheerful display that continues through the warm months. The flowers are attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.
This dwarf variety of Coreopsis auriculata originated from the southeastern United States, where it thrives in meadows and open woodlands. 'Nana' is a compact cultivar, well-suited for smaller garden spaces, rock gardens, or as a ground cover in mixed borders. Its tidy habit and long blooming season make it a favorite for gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet vibrant color.
DESCRIPTION
Coreopsis auriculata 'Nana', commonly known as Dwarf Tickseed, is a compact perennial known for its bright golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers. It blooms in late spring and early summer, creating a cheerful display that continues through the warm months. The flowers are attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.
This dwarf variety of Coreopsis auriculata originated from the southeastern United States, where it thrives in meadows and open woodlands. 'Nana' is a compact cultivar, well-suited for smaller garden spaces, rock gardens, or as a ground cover in mixed borders. Its tidy habit and long blooming season make it a favorite for gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet vibrant color.
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Family: Asteraceae
Height: 6 to 12 inches
Width: 12 to 18 inches
Foliage color: Dark green, lobed leaves
Flower color: Deep yellow to light orange
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Low to moderate
Maintenance: Low; deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms
Growing zone: USDA Zones 5 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinatorsThis plant can be seen at the Woodland Park Rose Garden.
