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Golden Wave Tickseed Seeds

Coreopsis basalis

5.00 (1 reviews)
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting the seed just below the surface of the soil; these golden wave tickseed seeds need light to germinate. For spring planting, mix the seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 30 days before direct sowing. Keep the soil evenly moist until germination, which should occur within 10-15 days. The treated Coreopsis Basalis seeds can also be started indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring; plant the seeds on the surface of a flat, keeping the moisture consistent and the temperature around 65 degrees F. Transplant seedlings.

Growing: Water the seedlings occasionally until they become established; mature plants prefer dry soil, and tolerate drought well. If allowed to self-seed, they will produce a new crop of flowers next year. This plant attracts butterflies and bees as well as resisting deer.

Harvesting: For long lasting fresh flowers, cut the stems long and place them in water immediately.

Seed Saving: Several weeks after the flowers have faded, the seed heads will turn dry and dark brown. Since these seeds are a favorite food of songbirds and rodents, harvest them promptly. Cut the heads from the plant and spread them out to dry completely. Break them apart to remove the seeds, and separate the seeds from the chaff. Store the golden wave tickseed seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Goldenmane tickseed, Goldmane tickseed

Latin Name: Coreopsis basalis

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Annual

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 32,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 16 Inches

Color: Yellow

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Butterflies, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

Golden Wave Tickseed Seeds 5.0
Review By Doug Buster

Packaging is first class - fast shipping too!

Look forward to getting these planted in about 8 weeks. So glad I found your site. Great selection.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~1,000 Seeds) $2.98 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~32,000 Seeds) $9.35 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $20.75 Notify Me
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $66.00 Notify Me
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $297.00 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $528.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $1,254.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

Native to the southern United States, this cheery, yellow wildflower will brighten any garden as an annual. This plant is also popular for butterfly gardens because it is showy, and it is a food source for pollinators.
This bright annual, also known as Dye Flower, was once used by Native Americans for making yellow and orange dyes. The common name "tickseed" comes from the resemblance of the seeds to that particular bug; the genus name Coreopsis, derived from the Greek "koris," makes a similar reference to bedbugs. Hardiness and love of dry soil make the flowers in this family especially valuable to citizens of the state of Florida, who appointed Coreopsis as their official state wildflower in 1991.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting the seed just below the surface of the soil; these golden wave tickseed seeds need light to germinate. For spring planting, mix the seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 30 days before direct sowing. Keep the soil evenly moist until germination, which should occur within 10-15 days. The treated Coreopsis Basalis seeds can also be started indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring; plant the seeds on the surface of a flat, keeping the moisture consistent and the temperature around 65 degrees F. Transplant seedlings.

Growing: Water the seedlings occasionally until they become established; mature plants prefer dry soil, and tolerate drought well. If allowed to self-seed, they will produce a new crop of flowers next year. This plant attracts butterflies and bees as well as resisting deer.

Harvesting: For long lasting fresh flowers, cut the stems long and place them in water immediately.

Seed Saving: Several weeks after the flowers have faded, the seed heads will turn dry and dark brown. Since these seeds are a favorite food of songbirds and rodents, harvest them promptly. Cut the heads from the plant and spread them out to dry completely. Break them apart to remove the seeds, and separate the seeds from the chaff. Store the golden wave tickseed seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Goldenmane tickseed, Goldmane tickseed

Latin Name: Coreopsis basalis

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Annual

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 32,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 16 Inches

Color: Yellow

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Butterflies, Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 1 reviews
5.0

Review By Doug Buster

Packaging is first class - fast shipping too!

Look forward to getting these planted in about 8 weeks. So glad I found your site. Great selection.

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