How to Care for Coreopsis grandiflora (Large-flowered Tickseed)

Korean name: 큰금계국

Coreopsis grandiflora is a wildflower known for its large yellow blooms. It grows upright with rounded, wide petals and thrives in full sunlight. It is easy to grow with proper care.

Key facts

• Category: Wildflower & native plant
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: outdoors
• Native to: North America
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Flower meaning: joy of love
• Traits: wildflower, sun-loving, beginner-friendly, cold hardy
• Also known as: Large-flowered Tickseed, Large-flowered Coreopsis

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright locations with full sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil dries out.
• Soil: Well-draining soil is preferred.
• Humidity: Moderate humidity is suitable.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Coreopsis grandiflora?

Water thoroughly when the soil dries out. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Coreopsis grandiflora?

It likes Prefers bright locations with full sunlight.. You can grow it outdoors. Use Well-draining soil is preferred..

Is Coreopsis grandiflora safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Coreopsis grandiflora good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Moderate humidity is suitable.. Fertilise Apply balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season..