tickseed 'Calypso'
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A clump-forming perennial with lance-shaped, variegated leaves and abundant daisy-like yellow flowers with toothed petal edges and a maroon centre flowering for a long period of time over summer.
Scientific classification
- Species
- tickseed 'Calypso' (Coreopsis 'Calypso')
- Genus
- Coreopsis
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of tickseed 'Calypso'
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of tickseed 'Calypso'
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tickseed 'Calypso' care guide
- Water deeply once topsoil dries, ensure efficient drainage of planter
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Water deeply once topsoil dries, ensure efficient drainage of planter
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial flower feed biweekly through spring and summer
Pruning
PruningDeadhead for continuous flowering and cut back in winter.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed in late winter, by division in spring or autumn and basal root cuttings in spring.
Growing
GrowingWill grow well in fertile, well-drained soil in partial shade but preferably in full sun. Will need to be kept moist during spells of dry weather.
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs and snails
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