Coreopsis rosea ‘American Dream’ (Pink Tickseed)

Noted for its long, continuous flowering season, Coreopsis rosea ‘American Dream’ (Pink Tickseed) is an erect rhizomatous perennial forming dense, bushy clumps of linear, grass-like, light green leaves. In summer and early fall, a profusion of starry, deep pink flowers, up to 1.5 in. across (4 cm), are borne on short stems. Their golden center disk provides a nice contrast to the 8 rich pink ray florets. Blooming for months, Coreopsis rosea ‘American Dream’ is a lovely sight in the garden with its airy mounds of delicate thread-like foliage, covered with beautiful flowers. Easy to grow, relatively pest and disease free, this coreopsis selection can make a terrific colony and complements other annuals and perennials very well. Unlike most other coreopsis, this plant is not tolerant of dry soil nor heat.

• Grows up to 18-24 in. in tall (45-60 cm) and 12-18 in. wide (30-45 cm). Can spread aggressively by creeping rhizomes to form a ground cover.
• Performs best in full sun in average, consistently moist, well-drained soils.
• Very versatile, it is a welcomed addition to borders, rock gardens, cottage gardens. Effective as an accent plant, groundcover (small area), path or patio edging and spectacular in mass plantings.
• No serious pest or disease issues. Crown rot may occur if grown in poorly drained soils. Deer resistant.
• Deadheading of spent flowers will promote new blooms, although this can be tedious. Late summer shearing should help tidy up the plant and promote a fall rebloom. Cut to ground level at the end of the season.
• Propagate by basal softwood cuttings in spring.