Coreopsis auriculata ‘Nana’ | Dwarf Tickseed

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DESCRIPTION
Coreopsis auriculata 'Nana', commonly known as Dwarf Tickseed, is a compact perennial known for its bright golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers. It blooms in late spring and early summer, creating a cheerful display that continues through the warm months. The flowers are attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.

This dwarf variety of Coreopsis auriculata originated from the southeastern United States, where it thrives in meadows and open woodlands. 'Nana' is a compact cultivar, well-suited for smaller garden spaces, rock gardens, or as a ground cover in mixed borders. Its tidy habit and long blooming season make it a favorite for gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet vibrant color.

DESCRIPTION
Coreopsis auriculata 'Nana', commonly known as Dwarf Tickseed, is a compact perennial known for its bright golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers. It blooms in late spring and early summer, creating a cheerful display that continues through the warm months. The flowers are attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.

This dwarf variety of Coreopsis auriculata originated from the southeastern United States, where it thrives in meadows and open woodlands. 'Nana' is a compact cultivar, well-suited for smaller garden spaces, rock gardens, or as a ground cover in mixed borders. Its tidy habit and long blooming season make it a favorite for gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet vibrant color.

  • Family: Asteraceae
    Height: 6 to 12 inches
    Width: 12 to 18 inches
    Foliage color: Dark green, lobed leaves
    Flower color: Deep yellow to light orange
    Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
    Light requirements: Full sun
    Water requirements: Low to moderate
    Maintenance: Low; deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms
    Growing zone: USDA Zones 5 to 9
    Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

    This plant can be seen at the Woodland Park Rose Garden.

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  • Works Well In:
    ‍ ‍ ● Pollinator Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Rock Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Borders
    ‍ ‍ ● Deer-Prone Areas

    Companion Plants:
    ‍ ‍ Salvias Purple coneflowers
    Catmints Black-eyed Susans
    Dianthus Blue fescues

    Design Tip:
    Place this compact perennial near the front of sunny beds where its bright flowers naturally draw attention toward the planting. Repeating small drifts along pathways creates a welcoming rhythm while tying separate garden spaces into one cohesive landscape.