Plains Coreopsis
Coreopsis tinctoria
Also listed as Bidens tinctoria, Bidens atkinsoniana
Also known as Goldenwave, Calliopsis, Dyer's Tickseed
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A cheerful annual wildflower with bright red, orange, and yellow daisy-like blooms that flower prolifically throughout summer and fall. Extremely heat and drought tolerant, requiring minimal water and maintenance once established.
Why grow it
Plains coreopsis flowers reliably in hot, dry conditions where many ornamentals struggle, making it useful for water-conserving landscapes and naturalized plantings. Its long bloom period from summer through fall extends color in the garden when many spring-flowering perennials have faded. Compared to related Coreopsis species, tinctoria is notably more heat and drought tolerant once established, though it functions as an annual rather than a perennial in most climates.
Watch out for
Self-seeding can be prolific in ideal conditions, so deadheading spent flowers helps manage volunteer seedlings in subsequent years. In humid climates or poorly drained soils, the plant may struggle with root rot or fungal issues, even though it performs well in dry settings.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
North American plains and prairies
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A cheerful annual wildflower with bright red, orange, and yellow daisy-like blooms that flower prolifically throughout summer and fall. Extremely heat and drought tolerant, requiring minimal water and maintenance once established.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Plains Coreopsis grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Plains coreopsis flowers reliably in hot, dry conditions where many ornamentals struggle, making it useful for water-conserving landscapes and naturalized plantings. Its long bloom period from summer through fall extends color in the garden when many spring-flowering perennials have faded. Compared to related Coreopsis species, tinctoria is notably more heat and drought tolerant once established, though it functions as an annual rather than a perennial in most climates.
Watch out for
Self-seeding can be prolific in ideal conditions, so deadheading spent flowers helps manage volunteer seedlings in subsequent years. In humid climates or poorly drained soils, the plant may struggle with root rot or fungal issues, even though it performs well in dry settings.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
North American plains and prairies
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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