Coreopsis auriculata 'Nana', commonly called dwarf tickseed or ear leaved tickseed, is a short-lived perennial that is easily grown in medium moist well drained soil in full sun.

Coreopsis auriculata ‘Nana’ (dwarf tickseed)

Coreopsis auriculata ‘Nana’ (dwarf tickseed)

General info: Coreopsis auriculata ‘Nana’, commonly called dwarf tickseed or lobed tickseed, is a short-lived perennial that is easily grown in medium moist well drained soil in full sun. Coreopsis auriculata enjoys moist soils. It does not tolerate drought as well as other species of Coreopsis species. This species of Coreopsis is also very low growing and compact only reaching heights up to about nine inches tall.

Landscape uses: Coreopsis auriculata ‘Nana’ is a great low maintenance native wildflower. Firstly, this native plant’s bright yellow daisy like flowers attracts lots of native pollinators. Making this species a great option for a native pollinator garden. Secondly, this species stays low and compact. Which is perfect for a perennial border.

 

 

Light Exposure Full Sun
Growth Cycle Select
Height with Bloom .5 to 1′
Foliage Color. Green
Moisture Req. Dry to Medium
Bloom Yellow Daisy Like
Origin Eastern, Southern U.S.
Height without Bloom Select
Zone 4 to 9