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Coreopsis x Mercury Rising

Tickseed: Patent PP24689

Large, single, daisy-like, velvety-red flowers have yellow centres and are easy to grow. Colour will not fade in the sun or heat.

  • »  Deep velvety red flowers have yellow centres
  • »  Narrow, thread-like foliage forms compact mounds
  • »  Proven to be hardy for Zone 5
  • »  Bloom Time: Midsummer to fall
  • »  Flower Size: 3-5 cm

1gal
$20.83
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:30-50 cm
  • Spread:60-80 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
• Mounding
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Coreopsis x 'Mercury Rising'

Cross between Coreopsis verticillata and Coreopsis grandiflora.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Coreopsis x 'Mercury Rising'

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.