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Coreopsis x Red Elf

Tickseed: Patent PPAF

A compact cultivar with deep burgundy-red blossoms surrounding yellow centres. Its petals can be frosted with white tips in hot weather.

  • »  Dwarf selection of tickseed
  • »  Similar flowers to 'Mercury Rising'
  • »  Deep velvety-red flowers with yellow centres
  • »  Narrow, thread-like foliage forms compact mounds
  • »  Bloom Time: Midsummer to fall
  • »  Flower Size: 3-5 cm

1gal
$24.33
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:20-30 cm
  • Spread:25-30 cm
  • Bloom Color: Red
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Long Blooming
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Summer
• Lt. Sum-Fall
• Fall
Habit
• Compact
• Dwarf
• Mounding
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Coreopsis x 'Red Elf'

Grows best in an average to moist soil, but will thrive in any well-drained site. Remove spent flowers for continuous blooming. Excellent disease resistance.