Coreopsis tinctoria Seeds ? Golden Tickseed, Pollinator-Friendly, Fast-Growing Wildflower! ? ### **Coreopsis tinctoria ? Plains Coreopsis, Golden Tickseed, Goldenwave, Calliopsis #### **Latin Name** *Coreopsis tinctoria* #### **Description** - **Height:** 1 to 4 feet (30 to 120 cm) - **Width:** 1 to 2 feet (30 to 60 cm) - **Rate of Growth:** Fast-growing, often flowering in the first season - **Leaf Type:** Delicate, feathery, deeply divided green leaves - **Habit:** Upright, branching annual or short-lived perennial - **Flowers:** Daisy-like blooms, typically with golden yellow petals and a deep reddish-brown center - **Bloom Time:** Summer to early fall #### **Native Range Interesting Facts** - Native to **North America**, particularly the central and western United States and Canada. - Often found in **prairies, meadows, and roadsides**, thriving in poor soils. - **Pollinator-friendly:** Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. - The plant has been historically used to make **natural dye**, giving it the name ?tinctoria.? - Also called **Golden Tickseed** or **Calliopsis** due to its bright, eye-catching flowers. #### **How to Grow from Seed** 1. **When to Sow:** Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost or direct sow after danger of frost has passed. 2. **Germination Temperature:** 65?75F (18?24C) 3. **Light Requirement:** Seeds need light to germinate?press them onto the soil surface but do not cover. 4. **Watering:** Keep soil moist but not waterlogged until germination (7-14 days). 5. **Transplanting:** If started indoors, harden off seedlings before planting outside. #### **Care in the Garden** - **Soil:** Prefers **well-drained**, sandy or loamy soil but tolerates poor soil. - **Sun:** Thrives in **full sun** (at least 6 hours daily). - **Watering:** Drought-tolerant once established; occasional watering in prolonged dry periods. - **Deadheading:** Encourages continuous blooming and prevents self-seeding if unwanted. - **Fertilizing:** Generally not needed; too much fertilizer can reduce flowering. - **Pests/Diseases:** Generally pest-free but may attract aphids or mildew in humid conditions. #### **Hardiness Zone** - Typically grown as an **annual**, but may self-seed in **USDA Zones 2-11**. =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s==s=s=s=s=s=s=s= Free shipping to Canada- and USA Selected seeds only Add this item to your cart and keep shopping-- at https://www.ebay.ca/usr/okiger-2i55iwk =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s==s=s=s=s=s=s=s= Shipping of Seeds and Cuttings: Orders are shipped via Canada Post Mail unless otherwise specified. Some items are shipped without tracking to keep costs low. This is the most economical option. Canada Post is incredibly reliable, but can be slow. If you require tracking or a faster delivery please message before ordering. We try to ship any live plants on MONDAYS or TUESDAYS as a precautionary measure to avoid delays over the weekend and ensure the viability of live plant orders. Weather may be a contributing factor in the processing of our orders and will occasionally cause some delay. We will ship seeds anywhere in the world, however, please make sure you check with your country's customs office to be sure that they are allowed in. We will not be held responsible for orders held, confiscated and/or destroyed by customs. Please note this and make sure you understand before you buy it. If you have a question or if you are unclear about shipping policies please contact us. We welcome questions! Contact us before, after, or during any transaction and you will receive a reply ASAP. Thanks for visiting! Don't forget to bookmark us!