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.