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Tickseed (Coreopsis verticillata) *
Prefers sandy soils, very drought tolerant. Seeds feed birds & small animals. Deer forage in winter, maybe saving favorites. Tickseeds don't attract ticks!
Summary
Classification: herbaceous perennial
Characteristics: adds attractive early season color
Habitat: dry open fields, will be outcompeted by more dominant plants
Wildlife Benefit: attracts butterflies, bees, pollinators, seeds beneficial for birds and small animals, provide food source for deer
Bloom Period: June-July
Height: 2-3 ft
Tolerances: full sun to partial shade, drought tolerant
* Noteworthy: This isn't native to Long Island. We're working on getting a LI local coreopsis, or instead an early spring bloomer. So far we have found Coreopsis rosea to be a native alternative and are looking for sources.
Characteristics: adds attractive early season color
Habitat: dry open fields, will be outcompeted by more dominant plants
Wildlife Benefit: attracts butterflies, bees, pollinators, seeds beneficial for birds and small animals, provide food source for deer
Bloom Period: June-July
Height: 2-3 ft
Tolerances: full sun to partial shade, drought tolerant
* Noteworthy: This isn't native to Long Island. We're working on getting a LI local coreopsis, or instead an early spring bloomer. So far we have found Coreopsis rosea to be a native alternative and are looking for sources.
Pricing Information & Availability
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