tickseed

Tickseed (Coreopsis 'Route 66') should be watered regularly. Water the plant deeply once a week during the warmer months, and every other week when the weather is cooler. The plant will need a little extra water in periods of extreme heat. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between watering. This will help prevent root rot and other issues. Avoid overwatering at all costs.

Tickseed (Coreopsis 'Route 66') is a drought-tolerant, sun-loving plant that prefers hot, sunny locations and needs at least 6 hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day. It should be planted in an area that is in full sun all day or partial shade during the hottest part of the day (noon to 4 p.m.). If planted in a shadier area, some varieties may not bloom well. This is not a plant that tolerates too much shade, and will produce the best flowers in full sun. Water Tickseed when the soil is dry to a depth of 1-2 inches, or when foliage begins to wilt. Soak the soil thoroughly and deeply to encourage strong root development.

Hardiness zone 4–9.

Tickseed (Coreopsis 'Route 66') requires pruning each spring. Pruning should take place right after any danger of frost has passed, typically around mid-April. Pruning should consist of cutting back any stems that have died or become woody from the previous season. Care should be taken to not remove more than a third of the plant in 1 pruning session. Once a plant is pruned back, apply a balanced fertilizer to encourage regrowth. For best results, consider pruning tickseed annually.

Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation