Coreopsis 'Red Elf' | Red Elf Dwarf Tickseed

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DESCRIPTION
Coreopsis 'Red Elf' is a compact perennial that blooms from early summer into fall. Part of the Li'l Bang™ series, it was bred for its vibrant color and extended flowering period. The deep red, daisy-like flowers have a bright golden-yellow ring at the center, adding a bold contrast to the rich petals.

The plant forms a neat, mounded habit with bright green foliage that provides a lush backdrop for the vivid blooms. 'Red Elf' not only adds long-lasting color to garden beds and containers but also attracts bees and butterflies, supporting pollinators throughout the growing season.

DESCRIPTION
Coreopsis 'Red Elf' is a compact perennial that blooms from early summer into fall. Part of the Li'l Bang™ series, it was bred for its vibrant color and extended flowering period. The deep red, daisy-like flowers have a bright golden-yellow ring at the center, adding a bold contrast to the rich petals.

The plant forms a neat, mounded habit with bright green foliage that provides a lush backdrop for the vivid blooms. 'Red Elf' not only adds long-lasting color to garden beds and containers but also attracts bees and butterflies, supporting pollinators throughout the growing season.

 

  • Family: Asteraceae
    Height: 8 to 12 inches
    Width: 12 to 18 inches
    Foliage color: Fresh green, finely cut leaves
    Flower color: Deep burgundy red with bright golden-yellow centers; petals may have frosty white tips in summer heat
    Bloom time: Early summer through fall
    Light requirements: Full sun
    Water requirements: Moderate
    Maintenance: Low; deadheading not necessary due to sterile flowers; may shear mid-summer to promote fall rebloom
    Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 9
    Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees and butterflies; deer-resistant

    This plant can be seen at the Center for Urban Horticulture.

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