An award-winning tickseed bearing semi-double golden-yellow daisies from late spring, often flowering in its first year from seed. Compact, free-flowering and bee-friendly.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 45 cm H × 40 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Early Sunrise Tickseed
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' is a fast-growing perennial in the Asteraceae family. It reaches around 45 cm tall and 40 cm wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Yellow flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Early Sunrise Tickseed
Early Sunrise Tickseed suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice and is an award-winning selection.
Soil & planting
Early Sunrise Tickseed does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Early Sunrise Tickseed is happy on low water, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Early Sunrise Tickseed after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Early Sunrise Tickseed in the garden
Early Sunrise Tickseed earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, attracting butterflies, cut flowers for the vase and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Early Sunrise Tickseed with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Early Sunrise Tickseed
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Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Early Sunrise Tickseed seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.