Starlight Tickseed
Best vibrant, low maintenance perennial for adding continuous garden color.
This compact perennial offers a striking display of white flowers with unique burgundy star-shaped rays. It's a low-maintenance choice, thriving in full sun and tolerating pests and drier conditions, making it ideal for containers and borders.
Who it's for
- Gardeners desiring vibrant, long-lasting color throughout the growing season
- Busy individuals or new gardeners seeking beautiful, easy-to-care-for plants
- Homeowners and designers looking for adaptable plants to fit various garden designs
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with predominantly shady yards or limited sunny planting spots
- Individuals with poorly draining soil or those prone to overwatering their garden
- Gardeners expecting many years of continuous performance from their perennial investments
Performance breakdown
Drought Resilience
Thrives in dry conditions, requiring minimal supplemental watering once established.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial that demands very little pruning or specialized care.
Visual Impact
Striking burgundy star patterns create high-contrast interest in any garden bed.
Soil Adaptability
Handles sandy and rocky substrates where more delicate plants often struggle.
Pest Resistance
Naturally robust against common garden pests, reducing the need for intervention.
Versatility
Compact size makes it equally effective in containers or mass border plantings.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Coreopsis 'Starlight'
Plant Height
8 inches
Flower Height
12 inches
Spread
16 inches
Sunlight
full sun
Hardiness Zone
4
Recommended Landscape Applications
Mass Planting, Border Edging, General Garden Use, Container Planting
Soil Type
sandy, rocky
Soil Drainage
well-drained
Water Needs
low
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