Tickseed, Lobed tickseed,Mouse-eared Coreopsis, Eared Coreopsis
Coreopsis auriculata
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: coreopsis
Plant ID (slug): coreopsis-auriculata
Numeric ID: 8074
USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Coreopsis auriculata is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.
Distribution
South-eastern N. America - Florida and Louisiana, north to Virginia and Kentucky.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Coreopsis auriculata Tickseed, Lobed tickseed,Mouse-eared Coreopsis, Eared Coreopsis