Quick Info
Plant In
April – June
Sun/Shade
Full sun
Planting Depth
Cover lightly
Space Seeds
2 inches
Days To Germinate
10 – 14 days
Butterfly Coreopsis
Incredible
Incredible
(Coreopsis x hybrida)
Quick Info
Plant In
April – June
Sun/Shade
Full sun
Planting Depth
Cover lightly
Space Seeds
2 inches
Days To Germinate
10 – 14 days
These carefree plants are literally covered with blossoms from early summer through frost! The cheerful blossoms dance above airy foliage in a mix of soft cream, maroon, yellow, and red shades: a true tapestry of color. Plants are deer resistant, vigorous, and can handle hot, dry conditions. The bright blossoms are magnets for hungry bees, butterflies and many other pollinators. Perfect to light up the garden and pick often for dazzling, long-lasting bouquets.
Seed Count: Approx. 690-700 / Weight: 200 mg
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Quick Info
Plant In
April – June
Sun/Shade
Full sun
Planting Depth
Cover lightly
Space Seeds
2 inches
Days To Germinate
10 – 14 days
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GROWING INSTRUCTIONS
ANNUAL
Summer/fall bloom
Frost tender
TO START OUTDOORS
Plant after frost danger is over and night temperatures are evenly above 50°F (10°C). Sow seeds in a well-worked seedbed in full sun, 2 in. apart, with rows 12 in. apart. Cover very lightly and gently firm soil. Keep soil evenly moist; germination takes 10-15 days.
TO START EARLY INDOORS
3-4 weeks before last expected frost, sow seeds 1 in. apart in seed starting mix and cover very lightly. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are well established. Transplant after gradually acclimating to outdoor conditions.
THIN OR TRANSPLANT
Space seedlings 10 in. apart when large enough to handle.
GROWING NOTES
Coreopsis grows easily in ordinary garden soil in full sun. Be sure to thin seedlings before they get crowded. Incredible grows 2 to 2 1/2 ft. tall and these sturdy, long blooming garden performers and can tolerate hot and dry weather. Pick these decorative flowers often for lovely country style bouquets. Coreopsis are deer resistant and blossoms provide ample food and nectar for butterflies, bees and many other pollinators. After bloom is over, their seed heads provide nutritious food for hungry songbirds.