1-gallon pot of Coreopsis Li'l Bang Red Elf PPAF Tickseed. Small, bun-shaped mound of green foliage with deep burgundy blooms. Grown in zones 4-9.
Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' PPAF Tickseed
Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' PPAF Tickseed is a compact, mounding perennial with deep burgundy flowers and green foliage. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and is native to North America.
Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' PPAF Tickseed
Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' is a long-blooming plant, producing flowers from early summer to fall. It is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is also drought tolerant once established.
To grow Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' PPAF Tickseed, simply plant the rhizomes in spring or fall in well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish the plants. Once established, water deeply when the soil is dry to the touch. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms. Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' PPAF Tickseed is a very low-maintenance plant, but it is important to deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms. Deadheading also helps to keep the plant looking its best.
To divide Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' PPAF Tickseed, simply dig up the rhizomes in spring or fall and divide them into smaller clumps. Replant the clumps in well-drained soil. Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' PPAF Tickseed can be divided every 2-3 years to keep the plants healthy and vigorous.
Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' PPAF Tickseed is a beautiful and easy-to-grow plant that is sure to add a touch of color and interest to any garden. It is also a great choice for attracting butterflies and other pollinators.
Safety Guidelines
- Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' PPAF Tickseed is not toxic to humans or pets.
- It is important to wear gloves when handling any plant, as some plants can cause skin irritation.
- Be careful not to overwater Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' PPAF Tickseed, as this can lead to root rot.
- If you live in a cold climate, you may need to mulch your Coreopsis Li'l Bang 'Red Elf' PPAF Tickseed plants in the winter to protect them from frost.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.