Brighten your garden with Florida Tickseed (Coreopsis floridana), a native short-lived perennial celebrated for its brilliant yellow flowers that add vibrant charm to any landscape. Growing 2 to 4 feet tall and 1 foot wide, this showy wildflower thrives in full sun and prefers organic muck or sandy soils. It is well-suited for moist environments and even tolerates occasional inundation, making it a versatile choice for rain gardens or wetland edges.
Florida Tickseed produces small brown fruit and plays a key role in supporting local ecosystems by attracting a variety of butterflies and pollinators. Its resilience and ecological benefits make it an exceptional addition to native plant gardens designed to promote biodiversity while adding splashes of golden color.
- Short-lived perennial
- Size: 2-4 ft. tall by 1 ft. wide
- Flower: Yellow, showy
- Fruit: Brown
- Exposure: Full sun
- Moisture: Moist with occasional inundation
- Soil: Organic material, sand
- Attracts many butterflies and pollinators
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