Coreopsis tinctoria
Annual Coreopsis
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Annual Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) - Description
Plains coreopsis or calliopsis, Coreopsis tinctoria, is an annual forb. The plant is common to Canada, Northeast Mexico, much of the United States, especially the Great Plains and Southern states where it is often called "calliopsis. "It often grows in disturbed areas such as roadsides and cultivated fields.
Annual Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) - Blooming
Flower colors vary in this genus but include yellow, orange, maroon and red. Coreopsis produces daisy-like flowerheads that attract bees. Deadhead to lengthen flowering period.
Annual Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) - Growth
Annuals and perennials. These easy to grow plants need full sun or partial shade. Many perennials are grown as annuals. Grow Coreopsis in borders that are herbaceous, annual, or mixed.
Annual Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) - Planting
Easily sown by seed. Once established, the plant will self sow itself. Perennial members of this genus can also be divided for propagation. Division entails propagating a plant by splitting it into 2 or more parts. Each part has its own root system and more than one shoot or dormant bud.
Annual Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) - Pest
Snails and slugs. Other problems include aster yellows, fungal and bacterial spots, rust, flower blight, powdery mildew, and downy mildew.
Annual Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) - Soil and irrigation
Most species require little to moderate water. Does best with well-draining soils.
