Tickseed, Coreopsis verticillata, is an herbaceous perennial native to North America. Easy to grow, in summer and autumn it bears bright yellow flowers that stand out against fine, fern-like foliage.
Coreopsis 'Uptick Cream and Red' has large, cream flowers with a deep burgundy central patch and large yellow eye. Flowering from summer through to autumn, it’s a magnet for bees and other pollinators. It’s perfect for growing at the front of a sunny border or in a container, and makes an excellent cut flower.
For best results, grow Coreopsis 'Uptick Cream and Red' in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil, though it will perform better in full sun.
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Coreopsis ‘Uptick cream and red’ and wildlife
Coreopsis ‘Uptick cream and red’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Coreopsis ‘Uptick cream and red’ poisonous?
Coreopsis ‘Uptick cream and red’ has no toxic effects reported.
