Lanceleaf Tickseed

Size

Lanceleaf Tickseed keeps brightening the hottest, leanest part of the garden long after richer-soil plants have started to slump. Its clear yellow daisies rise on wiry stems above a low clump, reaching about 1224 inches tall and 1218 inches wide as it settles in. Unlike many fussy border perennials, it flowers well in sandy, rocky, or poor ground. We often recommend Lanceleaf Tickseed for dry, sunny sites because it brings a natural, easy look without turning coarse or bulky.Coreopsis lanceolata is a North American wildflower species known for long-stemmed blooms, heat tolerance, and light self-seeding. The flowers are good for cutting, and regular deadheading can stretch bloom from late spring further into summer. This species is also useful in meadow-style borders, roadside-style plantings, gravel gardens, and broad drifts where the clumps can mingle and spread a bit. Butterflies and bees visit the blooms, and birds may pick through the seed later in the season.Lanceleaf Tickseed CarePlant Lanceleaf Tickseed in full sun for the best flowering; it can handle light partial shade in warm regions. It grows well in sandy soil, loam, or rocky ground with a slightly acidic to neutral pH, and it does best when the soil is not overly rich. Sharp drainage is important, especially in winter, since wet ground can lead to crown problems.Water newly planted clumps until rooted in. Then, let the soil dry somewhat between soakings. Too much fertilizer usually leads to extra leaf growth and fewer flowers, so lean soil or a very light spring feeding is enough. Tickseed is an herbaceous perennial, so top growth fades back after the season and fresh basal growth returns the next year.Deadhead spent blooms often to extend flowering and to limit unwanted self-sowing in tidier beds. If the clump starts to sprawl by midsummer, cut stems back hard and let it regrow into a neater mound. Divide every 2 to 3 years in spring or early fall if the center thins or bloom count drops.Lanceleaf Tickseed SpacingSpace plants 1218 inches apart when planting in groups so they can form a loose colony without crowding each other. For containers, use a pot at least 1416 inches wide with a fast-draining mix and keep it on the dry side rather than constantly moist.In the landscape, pair Lanceleaf Tickseed with blanket flowers and lavender for a sunny planting with a long bloom season and contrasting flower shapes and texture. In containers, alyssum and petunias make a good match, softening the base while Lanceleaf Tickseed sends its yellow flowers up above the rim.