| Coreopsis 'Mercury Rising' |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Mercury Rising Tickseed is smothered in stunning burgundy daisy flowers with violet overtones, yellow eyes and scarlet edges at the ends of the stems from early summer to early fall. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its ferny leaves remain emerald green in colour throughout the season.
An impressive hybrid with stunning, daisy-like burgundy-violet flowers with scarlet petal edges, around a central yellow-gold disk; a vigorous grower, that is tolerant of pests and drought, thriving in sandy and rocky soils; coreopsis needs good drainage.
Mercury Rising Tickseed is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Border Edging
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
Bloom Time: Summer, Fall
Common Name: Tickseed, Threadleaf Coreopsis, Whorled Coreopsis
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| More About Mercury Rising Tickseed |
| Height: 18 inches |
Spread: 30 inches |
Flower Colour: Red / Burgundy / Violet Shades |
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Mercury Rising Tickseed should only be grown in full sunlight. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in poor soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. Mercury Rising Tickseed is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. It is often used as a 'filler' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination, providing a mass of flowers against which the thriller plants stand out. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
