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With shiny green stems and ball-shaped brown buds, these airy plants are one of the major colormakers in any meadow in any region. The clusters of bi-colored golden flowers with mahogany centers literally “light up” a meadow, and have a long blooming season. They’re also great for cutting. This is a plains species, but is very widespread. It is called “calliopsis” in the South, where it is enjoyed right down into Florida. In fact, the coreopsis was recently designated as the official
State Wildflower of Florida.
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| Associated SKUs COTG |
COTQP (1/4 Pound) COTLB (1 Pound) COTLB5 (5 Pounds) COTLB10 (10 Pounds) |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Plains Coreopsis |
| Botanical Name | Coreopsis tinctoria |
| Seed Life Cycle | Annuals |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
| Flower Color | Red, Yellow |
| Mature Height | 30-36 inches tall |
| Bloom Time | Summer to fall |
| Ships As | Seed |
| Coverage | 1/4 lb covers 10,890 sq ft. 1 lb covers 1 acre 5 lbs covers 5 acres 10 lbs covers 10 acres |
| Seeds Per Pound | 1,399,788 |
| Soil Moisture | Dry, Average, Well Draining |
| Soil Type | Sandy Soil, Loamy Soil, Drought/Dry Soil |
| Native To | North America |
| Native To | Most of the United States and Canada |
| Native | Yes |
| Ideal Region | Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, West, Pacific Northwest |
| Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Advantages | Deer Resistant, Cut Flowers, Native, Extended Blooms |
| Is It Storable? | Yes - You can store your seed in any cool (not freezing) dry place that is not subject to extreme temperature variations. |
| Non-GMO | Yes |
| Neonicotinoid-Free | Yes - Learn More |
| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | Yes |
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by PowerReviewsAmerican MeadowsPlains Coreopsis Seeds
(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Long bloom time (6)
- Low maintenance (6)
- Vivid colors (6)
- Reliable growth (5)
- Accurate instructions (3)
Cons
No Cons
Best Uses
- Large areas (5)
- Erosion control (3)
- Outdoors (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid gardener (6), Casual hobbyist (4)
- Primary use:
- Personal (3)
Reviewed by 10 customers
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Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Hardy
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Plains Coreopsis Seeds:
I tried these in a wildflower garden. They need a lot of sun. Grew well in wall planter. Plan to get more next year.
American Meadows has the best seeds !
- Primary use:
- Personal
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Difficult Spots
- Ditches
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Grow Anywhere
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Plains Coreopsis Seeds:
These thrive anywhere but especially waste places. toss a pinch out the window and watch them take bloom on the side of the road. a must for the summer cutting garden.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Long Bloom Time
- Low Maintenance
- Pest Resistant
- Vivid Colors
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Erosion Control
- Large Areas
- Raised Beds
Comments about American Meadows Plains Coreopsis Seeds:
I was hoping to have this blooming all over a wild slope, however we had a really cold wet Spring and nothing came up like it would have in my dirt in Milwaukee. Most of our yard here is rocky with a little soil. I should have planted them in the fall but we got 10 inches of snow the last day of Oct and I didn't get them in. I will keep trying!!! They came up along our gravel drive way and other tough places as well as some nicer places which tell me they are versatile. Am letting them go to seed this year as I am with all my flowers that didn't do well.
Pros
- Long Bloom Time
- Low Maintenance
- Reliable Growth
- Vivid Colors
Cons
Best Uses
- Erosion Control
Comments about American Meadows Plains Coreopsis Seeds:
I sowed two rounds of this, once in the winter, and once in late summer. Both had great results, as I'm currently enjoying them as filler until my perennials pop up, next year. Very dainty, twiggy shoots abound my garden. Once they die, they're a pain in the butt to clean up after, but nothing too bothersome. They are currently making a nice splash of color for the fall as they mask the dried remains of other annual wildflowers on their way out. Totally recommend for anyone. I didn't even have to touch them; they did their thing on their own... Like wildflowers should do.
Pros
- Long Bloom Time
- Low Maintenance
- Pest Resistant
- Reliable Growth
- Vivid Colors
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about American Meadows Plains Coreopsis Seeds:
better then i expected
Pros
- Long Bloom Time
- Low Maintenance
- Reliable Growth
Cons
Best Uses
- Erosion Control
- Large Areas
Comments about American Meadows Plains Coreopsis Seeds:
I garden in the mountains and have some bank areas in full sun - with clay soil. Great native to cover problem areas and help with erosion control also. A real inexpensive winner! Love them.
Pros
- Fragrant
- Low Maintenance
- Vivid Colors
Cons
- Susceptible to Pests
Best Uses
- Large Areas
Comments about American Meadows Plains Coreopsis Seeds:
I bought this mix because it was drought resistant and pretty. Unfortunately, I had a problem with ants carrying off the seeds. Next year I will cover the seeds so this doesn't happen. The ones that escaped the ants did great.
Pros
- Long Bloom Time
- Reliable Growth
- Vivid Colors
Cons
- Can fall like delpheniums
- Reseeds itself shallowly
Best Uses
- Flatter meadows
- Large Areas
- Stunning from a distance
Comments about American Meadows Plains Coreopsis Seeds:
Unrivaled longlasting summer colour, the only fault with these tall beauties is their penchant for shallow sowing on my slope. They tend to fall then bend upwards like delpheniums which can fracture their somewhat brittle base stems. They do much better for me if I brace them with some extra garden clay or minor staking. The sea of blooms makes the extra effort well worth it
Pros
- Fragrant
- Long Bloom Time
- Low Maintenance
- Pest Resistant
- Reliable Growth
- Vivid Colors
Cons
Best Uses
- Large Areas
Comments about American Meadows Plains Coreopsis Seeds:
Beautiful wildflower. Could germinate more in my garden, but the flowers I do get are beautiful additions to my garden.
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Healthy
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
- Patio
Comments about American Meadows Plains Coreopsis Seeds:
Plains Coreopsis Seeds (Coreopsis tinctoria)
A friend gave me these plants grown from American Meadows seeds. While not hardy... they became absolutely beautiful in a variety of light (half shade to full sun) and the bright yellow could be seen a block away. Disease resistent/free... blooms well without dead heading... long blooming season... a terrific plant.
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To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
- If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will survive the winter temperatures in your area.
- If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
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