Coreopsis Plains Dwarf Bicolor Seed
Coreopsis tinctoria (Calliopsis)
Item #1132
Annual. Also known as Golden Wave, this cheerful member of the Sunflower family will delight gardeners with its vivid yellow and maroon flowers, and feathery green foliage. Used to attract butterflies and birds — lovely “filler” in cut flower arrangements. Edible flowers are decorative in salads! Beautiful in wildflower plantings — self-sows readily. Drought tolerant. Flowers can also be dried.
This variety comes in our universal packet with all standard information inside.
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Annual |
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Full Sun |
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Blooms midsummer to late fall |
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16”-24” tall |
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When to sow outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks before average last frost, or late fall in mild winter climates.
When to start inside: 6 to 8 weeks before average last frost.
Artist: Carolyn Crawford
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