Tickseed 'Route 66'

Coreopsis verticillata 'Route 66' is a vibrant and floriferous perennial, standing out with its unique bicoloured flowers. From early summer to early autumn, it produces masses of rich red petals with bright yellow tips, creating a striking visual effect. This cultivar forms bushy, upright clumps, typically reaching 60-75cm in height and spread. It's a fantastic pollinator magnet, bringing bees and butterflies to the garden. 'Route 66' thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating drought once established. It's a reliable and hardy performer (H6), ideal for borders, containers, or naturalistic plantings. Deadheading will encourage a longer flowering season.

Sun: Full sun.

Soil: Well-drained soil.

Hardiness: H6 — down to −20°C.

Flowering: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.