• Red and yellow mardi gras coreopsis flowers blooming against a blurred green background.
  • Yellow, orange, and red mardi gras coreopsis flower against a blurred green background.
  • Red and yellow mardi gras coreopsis flowers growing against a blurred green background.
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Coreopsis Seeds - Mardi Gras

Festive star-shaped blooms are as easy to grow as they are to enjoy

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Coreopsis tinctoria

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 12 to 18 inches

COLOR

  • Yellow

Coreopsis can be either an Annual or a short lived Perennial. Coreopsis Mardi Gras is a sun-loving, and drought-tolerant plant that has an unusual star-like shape with pointed petals. Coreopsis is a steady and colorful wildflower that is a long-time favorite of meadow gardeners. Legendary for being hardy and very easy to grow.

  • Unique Bloom Shape and Color
  • North American Native Wildflower
  • Adaptable to both Sun and partial Shade

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 8 to 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 1,700 Up to 80 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Coreopsis Planting Guide to learn more.

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Coreopsis Seeds - Mardi Gras

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Coreopsis Seeds - Mardi Gras FAQs

Is Mardi Gras Coreopsis resistant to animals or disease?

Mardi Gras Coreopsis is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Mardi Gras Coreopsis?

Mardi Gras Coreopsis is an open pollinated seed.

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