Whorled Tickseed
Coreopsis verticillata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Whorled Tickseed (Coreopsis verticillata) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org, 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
low
Size
18"–36" H × 18"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
OH
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Whorled tickseed produces masses of bright yellow daisy-like flowers from June through September on neat, upright stems with fine textured foliage. This reliable perennial forms tidy clumps that work well in both formal and informal garden settings. The long blooming period and drought tolerance make it a low-maintenance choice for sunny areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Whorled 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 need deadheading to prevent excessive self-seeding
Wildlife value
The abundant flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beneficial beetles throughout the growing season. Seeds provide food for goldfinches and other small birds in fall and winter.
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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