Product Description
Coreopsis 'Jethro Tull' PP18789 (30)ct Flat
Common Name: Tickseed, Coreopsis
A natural cross of 'Early Sunrise' and 'Zamfir', this selection exhibits the best characteristics of both: brilliant golden yellow flowers with fluted petals and a more compact habit. Many people see 'Jethro Tull' as an improvement over 'Zamfir' since its petals are more consistently fluted and the plants are super floriferous, providing unbeatable color impact in the garden in early and midsummer.
Coreopsis is easy to grow, making it a good choice for beginners. One plant will provide you with long-lasting cut flower bouquets all summer long. Coreopsis is native to North America. Therefore, it is easy to grow, thriving in any well-drained soil and full sun. Once established, it is rather drought tolerant.
Height: 18.0 Inches
Spread: 18.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Gold/Orange Shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Average Water Needs
Poor to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Early Summer - Midsummer
Attracts Butterflies
Bee Friendly
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Easy To Grow, Mass Planting, Native to North America
Coreopsis 'Jethro Tull' is a delightful and distinctive variety of tickseed, known for its unique, fluted petals. Here is a closer look at what makes it special:
Appearance:
- Unique Flowers: The most striking feature of 'Jethro Tull' is its golden-yellow flowers with tubular rays that are distinctly fluted or trumpet-shaped at the tips.
This gives them a frilly, almost whimsical appearance.
- Compact Growth: It forms a compact, mounding habit, making it a great choice for smaller spaces.
- Long Bloom Time: 'Jethro Tull' blooms profusely from late spring through summer, and with deadheading, you can encourage even more flowers.
Growing Conditions:
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily).
- Soil: Thrives in well-drained soil. It is tolerant of poor soil conditions, including sandy or rocky soils.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 5-9.
Care:
- Low Maintenance: 'Jethro Tull' is a low-maintenance plant.
- Drought Tolerant: Once established, it can tolerate drought conditions.
- Deadheading: Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms and prevent self-seeding.
- Shearing: You can shear the plants back in mid-summer to promote a fall rebloom and maintain a tidy appearance.
Uses:
- Borders: Makes a great addition to the front of borders.
- Containers: Works well in pots and containers.
- Cottage Gardens: Fits perfectly in cottage-style gardens.
- Pollinator Gardens: The flowers attract butterflies and bees.
Additional Information:
- Deer Resistant: Deer tend to avoid Coreopsis.
- Attracts Butterflies: The bright yellow flowers are attractive to butterflies.
- Easy to Grow: 'Jethro Tull' is a relatively easy plant to grow, making it a good choice for beginner gardeners.
If you are looking for a cheerful and low-maintenance perennial with unique flowers, Coreopsis 'Jethro Tull' is an excellent option! Its fluted petals and long bloom time will add a touch of whimsy to your garden.
Thirty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 3 inches deep x 2 inches wide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
