Prairie Coreopsis

About Prairie Coreopsis

Prairie Coreopsis, also known as Stiff Tickseed, is a resilient and cheerful addition to any sunny landscape, offering a burst of golden color when many other spring blooms have faded. Standing at a compact height of one to two and a half feet, this perennial is characterized by its stiff, three-lobed leaves and vibrant yellow, daisy-like flowers that appear from June through August. It is native to the central United States, where it is frequently found in high-quality tallgrass prairies, glades, and open rocky woods. The plant spreads via a rhizomatous root system, eventually forming attractive, dense clumps that provide excellent ground cover. Ecologically, it is a powerhouse, attracting a wide array of native bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Prairie Coreopsis is remarkably easy to grow, thriving in full to partial sun and well-drained, medium to dry soils. It is notably drought-tolerant once established and can handle poor soil conditions with ease.