Product Description
Coreopsis UPTICK™ Red ('Baluptred' PP33866) (30)ct Flat
UPTICK™ Seriess
Common Name: Tickseed
This series from Darwin Perennials boasts larger flowers and a longer blooming performance that will impress in the garden centers and landscapes alike. Members of the series look great in the garden all summer long thanks to their tidy, mounded habits. Gardeners will enjoy their low-maintenance requirements and disease resistance.
First flush of flowers are nearly solid dark red. Successive blooms have golden yellow tips.
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: 12.0-14.0 Inches
Spread: 12.0-14.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Red shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun
Average Water Needs
Poor to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Early Summer to Late Summer
Attracts Butterflies
Bee Friendly
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Easy To Grow, Mass Planting
Coreopsis UPTICK Red is a vibrant and cheerful perennial that adds a burst of color to gardens. Here is a rundown of its key features and growing requirements:
Appearance:
- Flowers: The UPTICK series is known for its larger flowers compared to other Coreopsis varieties. 'Red' boasts striking, deep red blooms with a subtle yellow edge on the petals, creating a bi-color effect. The flowers are daisy-like and profuse, covering the plant in color.
- Foliage: The plant has delicate, lance-shaped green leaves that provide a nice backdrop to the vibrant flowers.
- Growth Habit: It has a compact, mounding growth habit, making it suitable for various garden settings. It typically grows to about 12-14 inches tall and wide.
Growing Conditions:
- Light: Prefers full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight) for optimal blooming.
- Soil: Thrives in well-drained soil. It can tolerate a range of soil types, including sandy or clay soils, as long as drainage is good.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for zones 5-9.
- Bloom Time: Flowers continuously from early summer through fall, providing a long-lasting display of color.
Care:
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during the first year to establish roots. Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant.
- Deadheading: Deadheading spent flowers encourages more blooms and helps to keep the plant looking tidy.
- Fertilizing: Generally, doesn't require heavy fertilization. A light application of a balanced fertilizer in spring can be beneficial.
- Pruning: Cut back the plant to the ground in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Uses:
- Excellent for adding vibrant color to borders, beds, and containers.
- Ideal for mass plantings to create a stunning visual impact.
- Suitable for cottage gardens, rock gardens, and pollinator gardens.
- Makes beautiful cut flower arrangements.
- Attracts butterflies and bees to the garden.
Additional Notes:
- Coreopsis UPTICK Red is a relatively low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow.
- It is deer-resistant, which is a bonus for gardeners in areas with deer populations.
- Consider pairing it with other sun-loving perennials like Echinacea, Gaillardia, and Salvia for a colorful and long-blooming display.
Why Coreopsis UPTICK Red Stands Out:
- Vibrant Color: The deep red flowers with yellow edges are exceptionally eye-catching and add a bold pop of color to the garden.
- Long Bloom Time: It blooms continuously from summer through fall, providing a long-lasting display of color.
- Compact Growth: Its mounding habit makes it a well-behaved and versatile plant for various garden settings.
- Easy Care: It is relatively low-maintenance and easy to grow, making it a great choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
If you are looking for a reliable and showy Coreopsis to add to your garden, UPTICK Red is an excellent choice. Its vibrant color, long bloom time, and easy care make it a winner for any landscape.
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!
