Coreopsis hybrida
Tickseed Yellow
R60.00
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Branching stems are covered with daisy-like, bi-color yellow and burgundy flowers that provide an airy quality to any bouquet. Bee friendly and easy to grow.
50 seeds per packet
7 in stock
Flower type: | Air |
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Life cycle: | Hardy Annual |
Climate: | Can withstand some frost, but also heat tolerant. |
Sowing guide: | Direct sow in March-April / September or sow in trays (recommended) and transplant after 4-6 weeks. |
Planting Season: | Autumn / Spring |
Germination guide: | 21-30 days @ 18-21 C. Refrigerate seeds @ 5-8 C for 2-4 weeks prior to sowing. Cover seed with thin later of vermiculite. |
Good Bee Food: | No |
Flowering time: | September (if sown in March-April) or 70 days after sowing in September. |
Pinch: | Not necessary |
Position: | Full Sun |
Final height: | 90-120 cm |
Spacing: | 30 cm |
Harvesting Tips:
Harvesting when 1/3 of the flowers on a spray are open and during the cool part of the day. Expected vase life of 5-6 days.