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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
$22.75
  • 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.