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Plains Coreopsis Seeds - Tall Red

This hardy heirloom annual tolerates the poorest native soils

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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

  • Branching
  • Clumping
  • Spreading
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 36 inches

COLOR

  • Red

The lofty, crimson beauty, Tall Red Plains Coreopsis, grows as a native in many areas. You might think your Tall Red Plains Coreopsis grows like a weed due to its rapid maturation! The Tall Red Plains Coreopsis can tolerate heat and humidity and it thrives in soils of differing qualities and contents.

  • Heirloom annual native to North America
  • Pollinator attractor with long-lasting Summer blooms
  • Thrives in full sun or partially shaded areas

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 1,630 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 92,404 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 369,616 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Coreopsis Planting Guide to learn more.

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Plains Coreopsis Seeds - Tall Red FAQs

Is Tall Red Plains Coreopsis resistant to animals or disease?

Tall Red Plains 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 Tall Red Plains Coreopsis?

Tall Red Plains Coreopsis is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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