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Coreopsis
Coreopsis scatters small, sunny daisy flowers on airy, branching stems, adding a loose sparkle to cottage and meadow arrangements. Its rays run from bright buttery yellow through orange to crimson, often with a contrasting eye, and read as delicate confetti among heavier blooms. Florists use it as a lightweight filler that softens outlines and fills gaps with colour. Inexpensive and abundant in high summer, it is a quintessential garden-style ingredient.
| Family | Asteraceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | North America |
| Peak season | June, July, August |
| Availability | June, July, August, September |
| Stem length | 30–60 cm |
| Vase life | 5–7 days |
| Colors | yellow, orange, red, bicolor |
| Price tier | budget |
Cut the slender stems on an angle and place straight into cool water with flower food. Remove lower leaves to keep the water clean, as the fine foliage decays quickly. Let the stems hydrate in a cool spot before arranging, and pick blooms that are freshly open rather than aged for the best vase performance.
- •Choose freshly opened blooms
- •Strip fine lower foliage
- •Use flower food in clean water
- •Refresh water every two days
- •Keep cool and out of drafts
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Botanical reference
- Common name
- Tickseed
- Also known as
- tickseed, Calliopsis, Acispermum, Agarista, Anacis, Chrysomelea, Chrysostemma, Conopsis, Coreopis, Coreopsis, Coreopsoides, Cymbaecarpa
- Distribution
- Alabama, Alberta, Arizona, Arkansas, Azerbaijan, Bolivia, British Columbia, Bulgaria, California, Caribbean
Open-data sources: GBIF, Wikidata (CC0/CC BY)
Frequently asked questions
When is Coreopsis in season?
Coreopsis peaks in June, July, August, and florists can usually source it June, July, August, September. Availability shifts by region and greenhouse supply.
How long does Coreopsis last in a vase?
Expect 5–7 days with proper conditioning — a clean vase, fresh water every couple of days, flower food, and a cool spot away from ripening fruit and direct heat.
What can I use instead of Coreopsis?
Good substitutes for Coreopsis include Solidago, Feverfew, Chamomile, Marigold. Match on look, colour and season — our substitute finder ranks the closest alternatives.
What does Coreopsis symbolise?
Coreopsis is associated with cheerfulness, always cheerful, love at first sight.
How do you care for cut Coreopsis?
Choose freshly opened blooms
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