LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
pollinator-friendly
GROWTH HABIT
Compact
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated seeds
PLANT TYPE
Annual flowering plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring / Summer
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
45–60 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Low to Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Annual (all regions)
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
30–35 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
0.5 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the petals on Sea Shells Mix described as "quilled" or rolled?
Why are the petals on Sea Shells Mix described as "quilled" or rolled?
This variety's petals curl inward along their length, creating a fluted, shell-like shape unlike flat-petaled Coreopsis types.
Is this Coreopsis variety the same as common Tickseed?
Is this Coreopsis variety the same as common Tickseed?
Yes, Coreopsis is commonly called Tickseed, and this Sea Shells Mix is a specialty cultivar within that same genus.
How drought tolerant is this Coreopsis once established?
How drought tolerant is this Coreopsis once established?
It can handle dry spells reasonably well after establishing roots, needing less frequent watering than many bedding annuals.
Can Coreopsis Sea Shells Mix be used in mass plantings for color impact?
Can Coreopsis Sea Shells Mix be used in mass plantings for color impact?
Yes, its compact habit and bright, unusual bloom form make it effective when planted in groups for a textured color block.
Do goldfinches or other birds interact with Coreopsis seed heads?
Do goldfinches or other birds interact with Coreopsis seed heads?
Left unpruned, spent Coreopsis flower heads can produce seeds that attract small seed-eating birds like goldfinches.
How does deadheading affect Sea Shells Mix bloom production?
How does deadheading affect Sea Shells Mix bloom production?
Regularly removing spent flowers encourages the plant to continue producing new quilled blooms through the summer.