Pink Tickseed
Coreopsis rosea
Last reviewed: June 2026
Coreopsis rosea is a native wildflower found along the Atlantic coast from Massachusetts to South Carolina. This pink-flowered plant blooms from July through September and attracts bees and butterflies.
Pink Tickseed (Coreopsis rosea) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org (opens in new tab), last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
DE, MA, MD, NJ and 4 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Pink tickseed is a low-growing native wildflower that produces delicate pink daisy-like blooms from summer through early fall. This compact perennial forms neat clumps and thrives in sunny locations with average moisture. The cheerful flowers add soft color to garden borders and naturalized areas.
Growing Pink Tickseed
Grow Pink Tickseed in full sun and medium water. Mature plants reach 12 to 24 inches tall and spread 12 to 18 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Pink Tickseed is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- May look sparse in winter when dormant
Wildlife value
The abundant blooms attract various bees and butterflies throughout the long flowering season. Seeds also provide food for songbirds in late fall.
Common questions
- Where does Coreopsis rosea naturally grow?
- Pink Tickseed is native to coastal areas from Massachusetts south to South Carolina, including Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island.
- When does Pink Tickseed bloom?
- Coreopsis rosea produces its characteristic pink flowers from July through September, providing late summer color in the landscape.
- What pollinators visit Pink Tickseed?
- This native wildflower attracts various bees and butterflies, making it valuable for pollinator gardens and wildlife habitat.
- Is Pink Tickseed toxic to dogs?
- Pink Tickseed is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs (aspca.org).
- Is Pink Tickseed toxic to cats?
- Pink Tickseed is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for cats (aspca.org).
- Is Pink Tickseed HOA-friendly?
- Pink Tickseed is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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