Coreopsis palmata is a North American species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to the central United States and central Canada, mostly the Mississippi Valley and adjacent areas from Louisiana north to Manitoba and east into southwestern Michigan. Common names include stiff tickseed, wedgeleaf coreopsis, prairie coreopsis, prairie tickseed, and finger coreopsis.
Family:
Asteraceae (Aster)
Height:
1 to 2 feet
Leaves:
Opposite, 3-pronged, resembling a bird’s foot
Flower:
6-10 bright yellow petals tipped with 3-4 teeth surround a darker center
Bloom time:
June-August
Nicknames:
Stiff Coreopsis, Stiff Tickseed, Tickseed
Habitat:
Prairies, fields
Wildlife Benefits:
Attractive to butterflies and bees
Can I plant this in my garden?
Plant in full sun and well-drained soils. It can spread vigorously, producing large, lovely swaths.
References:
https://www.minnesotawildflowers.info/flower/prairie-coreopsis
Family | Asteraceae |
---|---|
Habit | Forb |
Origin | native |
Life cycle | perennial |
Flower | yellow |
Bloom time | (6) June, (7) July, (8) August |
*sites | Keller Golf Course, Lake Phalen, Snail Lake |