How much sun does Florida Tickseed need?

Florida Tickseed grows best in full sun conditions.

Where is Florida Tickseed native?

Florida Tickseed (Coreopsis floridana) is native to FL, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Florida Tickseed attract?

Florida Tickseed draws bees and butterflies.

Florida Tickseed

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Coreopsis floridana

Last reviewed: October 2026

Florida Tickseed (Coreopsis floridana) is a perennial forb native to FL. It blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. The flowers draw bees and butterflies.

Florida Tickseed (Coreopsis floridana) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org (opens in new tab), last reviewed 2026-08-15). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

medium

Size

18"–36" H × 12"–18" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Growing Florida Tickseed

Grow Florida Tickseed in full sun and medium water. Mature plants reach 18 to 36 inches tall and spread 12 to 18 inches wide.

Wildlife value

Its long bloom season provides a dependable, season-long nectar source for bees and butterflies.

Common questions

How much sun does Florida Tickseed need?: Florida Tickseed grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Florida Tickseed bloom?: Florida Tickseed blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Where is Florida Tickseed native?: Florida Tickseed (Coreopsis floridana) is native to FL, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
Is Florida Tickseed toxic to dogs?: Florida Tickseed is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs (aspca.org).
Is Florida Tickseed toxic to cats?: Florida Tickseed is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for cats (aspca.org).
What pollinators does Florida Tickseed attract?: Florida Tickseed draws bees and butterflies.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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