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Coreopsis major

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Names

Common Names
Greater Tickseed

Growth

Height
2-3 feet
Spread
12-24 inches
Growth Rate
Medium growth rate.

Appearance

Bloom Color
Yellow
Foliage Color
Green
Fall Foliage Color
Green

Environment

Hardiness Zones
Zones 5-9
Sunlight Requirements
Ideally full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily; 6–8 hours typical), Partial Sun: Not explicitly stated, Partial Shade: Tolerated (2–6 hours of direct sun; may have fewer blooms; morning sun or some shade in hotter climates), Full Shade: Not suitable
Soil Type
Well-drained soil, preferably sandy or rocky.
Soil Drainage
Well-drained soil with good drainage, preferably sandy or rocky, moderately dry to dry.

Lifecycle

Lifecycle
Perennial
Leaf Lifecycle
Deciduous
Seasons of Interest
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Bloom Time
Late spring to early fall

Reproduction

Propagation Methods
Seeds (ripen in late August), stem cuttings in spring, and division (late fall; the recommended propagation strategy)

Wildlife

Attracts Wildlife
Bees: Yes — flowers attract bees, Butterflies: Yes — flowers attract butterflies, Other pollinators: Yes — supports pollinators, Birds: Yes — seeds attract many songbirds, Hummingbirds: Not listed in the provided content

References

References

Taxonomic data from World Flora Online, accessed June 20, 2024