Calliopsis - Coreopsis (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Calliopsis

Bright and cheerful, the summer-blooming calliopsis attract a wide variety of butterflies and other pollinators to the garden. The Latin name Coreopsis means always cheerful, a term that fits calliopsis perfectly. It has been designated as the official wildflower of Florida and is used in median plantings throughout the state. The wide selection of colors available from this flower create beautiful landscapes when planted in large numbers.

Scientific classification

Genus

Calliopsis (Coreopsis)

Family

Daisy

Order

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

0 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Calliopsis

Species

Lance-leaved coreopsis Plains coreopsis Large-flowered tickseed Whorled tickseed Giant Coreopsis Tall tickseed Goldenmane Tickseed Greater Tickseed Leavenworth's Tickseed Pink tickseed Lobed tickseed Stiff tickseed Georgia tickseed Star tickseed Woodland tickseed Whorled tickseed 'Ladybird'Pink tickseed 'Sweet Dreams'Whorled tickseed 'Moonbeam'Large-flowered tickseed 'Presto'Tickseeds 'Full Moon'Large-flowered tickseed 'Sun Up'Tickseeds 'Jive'Tickseeds 'Starlight'Tickseeds 'Enchanted Eve'Whorled tickseed 'Red Satin'Whorled tickseed 'Berry Chiffon'Whorled tickseed 'Moonlight'Large-flowered tickseed 'Sunray'Whorled tickseed 'Grandiflora'Whorled tickseed 'Zagreb'Fringeleaf tickseed Tickseeds 'Mango Punch'Pink tickseed 'Sienna Sunset'Large-flowered tickseed 'Jethro Tull'Tickseeds 'Star Cluster'Tickseeds 'Red Elf'Tickseeds 'Cosmic Eye'Tickseeds 'Mercury Rising'Tickseeds 'Ruby Frost'Lobed tickseed 'Nana'Large-flowered tickseed 'Early Sunrise'

Care Guide for Calliopsis

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Thriving in sunny prairies, calliopsis prefers moderate hydration and benefits from weekly watering to support its vibrant blooms. Its resilience allows it to adapt to varying rainfall patterns, ensuring survival across diverse climate zones.

Propagation: Propagation of calliopsis is moderately easy, using methods like seed sowing, stem cuttings, and division. Success relies on well-draining soil, consistent moisture, and adequate sunlight. Optimal practices include indoor seed sowing before the last frost and dividing mature plants in spring or fall.

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