Coreopsis flowers, also known as tickseed or calliopsis, are tall, daisy-like flowers. Available in a variety of colors, these flowers attract both butterflies and songbirds to your yard. Use coreopsis as an addition to your flower gardens and clip them to make colorful cut arrangements. Its name is derived from the Greek word for "bedbug," as the dried fruit of the coreopsis resembles an insect.
Types
Coreopsis is available in numerous colors including yellow, white, pink, gold, red and maroon. These colors may also be found in combination on the blooms of coreopsis. These flowers are typically tall, reaching heights as great as 30 inches, though some only grow to heights of eight inches. Coreopsis may spread out as little as eight inches but may take as much space as 35 inches in maturity. There are many varieties of coreopsis, including the pink American Dream, yellow Baby Sun, Creme Brulee and Domino, and white Snowberry.
Propagation
Coreopsis grow from seeds produced in pods from the plant's flowers, as well as cuttings and divisions. These seeds may be sown directly into your garden to produce more flowers. Seeds grow best in mid- to late spring after the danger of frost has passed, and during early fall. These seeds are not picky about soil quality or moisture. Coreopsis is self-seeding, meaning it drops its seeds onto the ground below and they grow without much care, so once the plants are established they practically maintain themselves with minimum effort on your part.
Care
Water coreopsis during extremely dry drought periods. Otherwise, average rainfall is enough moisture for the plants. Fertilize the flowers once or twice monthly to encourage bloom growth and production. Clip away or dead head dead or dying blooms to stimulate the plants to produce more flowers. Provide full to partial sunlight, ensuring the plants receive at least four hours of sunlight daily. Trim foliage back during the cold, winter months to preserve the health of the plant.
Problems
Insect pests such as aphids, beetles and nematodes damage the plant by feeding on foliage and fluids within the plant. Diseases such as leaf spots, rust, wilt and rot occur on coreopsis. Treat pests with insecticides and treat disease with fungicide or anti-bacterial and anti-viral solutions as soon as you discover the problems. Prompt and proper treatment is key to maintaining the health of your coreopsis plants.
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