Coreopsis Li'l Bang
Best compact perennial for low maintenance pollinator gardens.
A compact, long-blooming perennial that brings reliable color to borders and containers. Its dense, mounding habit and drought tolerance make it an effortless choice for gardeners looking to attract pollinators without constant maintenance.
$15.99
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting color with minimal deadheading effort
- Urban dwellers or homeowners with limited outdoor planting space
- Growers in humid climates prone to common fungal plant issues
Who should skip it
- Landscapers working with poorly draining clay or marshy garden beds
- Property owners wanting permanent, decades-long foundational plantings
- Restoration ecologists focused strictly on local native plant conservation
Performance breakdown
Bloom Duration
Continuous flowering from summer through fall provides exceptional seasonal color.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal care beyond occasional deadheading for consistent, vibrant performance.
Pollinator Appeal
Highly effective at drawing bees and butterflies into the garden ecosystem.
Drought Resilience
Establishes quickly and withstands dry spells without constant supplemental watering.
Container Versatility
Compact, mounding habit makes it perfect for pots and small spaces.
Pest Resistance
Deer tend to avoid this foliage, protecting your landscape investment.
Key Specs
Common Name
Tickseed
Light Exposure
Full Sun
Watering Needs
Medium
Mature Height
10 inches
Mature Spread
15 inches
Bloom Time
Summer-Fall
Flower Color
Cream/Yellow, Red
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
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