Tickseeds 'Mercury Rising' (Coreopsis 'Mercury Rising')

Tickseeds 'Mercury Rising'

Tickseeds 'Mercury Rising' boasts velvety, wine-red blossoms with a golden orange center, radiating warmth in the summer garden. Its daisy-like flowers, reaching up to 2 inches wide, sit atop ferny, mounded foliage. This perennial thrives under full sun, unfazed by hot, dry conditions, showcasing an impressive resilience that echoes the golden rays they mirror.

Scientific classification

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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90 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

5 cm

Flower Size

Yellow, Red

Flower Color

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Tickseeds 'Mercury Rising'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Maintain slightly moist soil for young tickseeds 'Mercury Rising', watering weekly once established, promoting root growth. Water in the morning to keep leaves dry, minimizing sunburn and bacteria. Prefer rainwater or distilled water to prevent soil compaction and ensure healthy growth.

Fertilize: Fertilization for tickseeds 'Mercury Rising' is generally unnecessary; too much can hinder blooming. If soil quality is adequate, a light application of NPK or organic fertilizer in spring is sufficient for optimal growth.

Pruning: Tickseeds 'Mercury Rising' benefits from regular pruning in early to late spring, removing dead stems and spent blooms to encourage growth. Prune up to one-third for shape, improving air circulation and plant health while reducing disease risk.

Propagation: Propagation of tickseeds 'Mercury Rising' can be achieved through sowing or division at home, with a germination rate over 50% in 4-6 days. Additionally, tender branches from its creeping stem can be used for cuttings during summer.

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