Product description
Coreopsis 'Solar Fancy', commonly known as Tickseed, is a vibrant perennial that brings a splash of colour to gardens with its cherry-red flowers edged in yellow. This bushy plant, reaching up to 50 cm in height, boasts lance-shaped green foliage that provides a lush backdrop to its daisy-like blooms. Flowering from June through October, 'Solar Fancy' offers an extended display, making it a valuable addition to borders, beds, and containers.
Thriving in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun, Coreopsis 'Solar Fancy' is well-suited for UK gardens. It tolerates light shade and is resilient in various conditions, including heat and drought. Regular deadheading of spent flowers promotes continuous blooming throughout the summer and into autumn. Its compact and bushy habit makes it an excellent choice for both formal and informal garden settings.
Ideal for gardeners seeking long-lasting summer colour, 'Solar Fancy' attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, supporting local biodiversity. Its vibrant flowers also make excellent cut flowers, bringing indoor beauty to match the outdoor display. With its low-maintenance nature and striking appearance, Coreopsis 'Solar Fancy' is a delightful addition to any garden.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
Tickseed
Coreopsis 'Solar Fancy'
Coreopsis 'Solar Fancy'
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Product description
Coreopsis 'Solar Fancy', commonly known as Tickseed, is a vibrant perennial that brings a splash of colour to gardens with its cherry-red flowers edged in yellow. This bushy plant, reaching up to 50 cm in height, boasts lance-shaped green foliage that provides a lush backdrop to its daisy-like blooms. Flowering from June through October, 'Solar Fancy' offers an extended display, making it a valuable addition to borders, beds, and containers.
Thriving in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun, Coreopsis 'Solar Fancy' is well-suited for UK gardens. It tolerates light shade and is resilient in various conditions, including heat and drought. Regular deadheading of spent flowers promotes continuous blooming throughout the summer and into autumn. Its compact and bushy habit makes it an excellent choice for both formal and informal garden settings.
Ideal for gardeners seeking long-lasting summer colour, 'Solar Fancy' attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, supporting local biodiversity. Its vibrant flowers also make excellent cut flowers, bringing indoor beauty to match the outdoor display. With its low-maintenance nature and striking appearance, Coreopsis 'Solar Fancy' is a delightful addition to any garden.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage further flowering.
How to Water
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not saturated.
How to Plant
Wait until the risk of frost has passed and plant coreopsis in full sun or partial shade in moist but well-draining soil. Enrich the soil with well-rotted organic matter and dig a hole around twice as wide as the root ball. Position the plant so the top of the root ball is at soil level then backfill with soil and compost, gently firm down, and water in well. Leave 40-50cm between plants.
