Plains Coreopsis – Coreopsis tinctoria Annual Open Pollinated. Cheery bicolor annual in shades of yellow and red actually means \”cheerful\” in the language of flowers. Useful as a filler in bouquets or as edible flowers, to add color to salads. Pack covers approximately 10 sq ft if broadcast. Thin to 6 – 8\” apart when plants reach 2\” tall. Flowers: Good cut flower. Blooms in summer and fallAttracts: Attracts butterflies and birdsSoil: Adaptable to various soil types, can tolerate poor drainageNative: Western USUSDA Zone: 3-10Plant In: Fall or SpringPlanting Depth: 1/4\”Days to Germinate: 20-25 DaysHeight At Maturity: 2\’-4\’Sun/Shade Requirements: Partial SunWater Needs: Moderate WaterBloom Season: Summer, FallSeeding Rate: Use 125 Seeds per Square FootFacts of Note: Ideal for areas with standing water, 1-2 flowers that bloom heavily for extended periods of timeApprox Seeds Per Pack: 875