When does Coreopsis verticillata bloom?

It blooms from June through September, producing a long season of small, bright yellow daisy-like flowers on airy, thread-leaf foliage.

What pollinators visit Coreopsis verticillata?

Bees, butterflies, and beetles regularly visit the flowers for nectar and pollen, making it a useful plant for pollinator gardens.

How much water does Coreopsis verticillata need?

This plant prefers low water once established and handles dry, well-drained soil well, so it holds up in periods of drought better than in soggy sites.

What light conditions does Coreopsis verticillata need?

Full sun produces the heaviest bloom, though the plant will tolerate part sun to part shade with somewhat fewer flowers.

Is Whorled Tickseed HOA-friendly?

Whorled Tickseed is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Whorled Tickseed

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Coreopsis verticillata

Last reviewed: September 2026

Coreopsis verticillata is a fine textured perennial forb that produces bright yellow flowers from June through September. It grows well in full sun on dry to medium, well-drained soils across much of the eastern and southeastern United States.

Whorled Tickseed (Coreopsis verticillata) 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

low

Size

18"–36" H × 18"–24" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AL, AR, CT, GA and 14 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies, beetles

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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.

Growing Whorled Tickseed

Grow Whorled Tickseed in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 18 to 36 inches tall and spread 18 to 24 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.

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.

Common questions

When does Coreopsis verticillata bloom?: It blooms from June through September, producing a long season of small, bright yellow daisy-like flowers on airy, thread-leaf foliage.
What pollinators visit Coreopsis verticillata?: Bees, butterflies, and beetles regularly visit the flowers for nectar and pollen, making it a useful plant for pollinator gardens.
How much water does Coreopsis verticillata need?: This plant prefers low water once established and handles dry, well-drained soil well, so it holds up in periods of drought better than in soggy sites.
What light conditions does Coreopsis verticillata need?: Full sun produces the heaviest bloom, though the plant will tolerate part sun to part shade with somewhat fewer flowers.
Is Whorled Tickseed toxic to dogs?: Whorled Tickseed is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs (aspca.org).
Is Whorled Tickseed toxic to cats?: Whorled Tickseed is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for cats (aspca.org).
Is Whorled Tickseed HOA-friendly?: Whorled Tickseed is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

These answers were drafted with an AI model from this plant's data. Verify care details with a local expert.

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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