Incredible Swirl Tickseed

  • Common Name: Incredible Swirl Tickseed
  • Botanical Name: Coreopsis tinctoria
  • Family Name: Daisy family
  • Type: Annual
  • Zone Hardiness: 3–10
  • Height: 18–24in
  • Width: 12–18in
  • Blooms: Bi-colored daisy-like flowers with creamy yellow petals and deep maroon centers and swirls
  • Bloom Time: May to September
  • Sun: Full sun
  • Leaves: Fine, thread-like, green foliage; airy appearance
  • Maintenance: Low, for beginners.
  • Tolerates: Heat, drought, poor soil, sandy soil
  • Attracts: Bees, butterflies, other pollinators
  • Texas Superstar: No
  • Texas Native: yes
  • Invasive: No