Tickseed 'Ruby Frost'

Coreopsis 'Ruby Frost' immediately attracts attention with its deep ruby-red flowers surrounded by creamy white edges. From summer into autumn, new flowers continue to appear above the fresh green foliage, creating vibrant colour accents. The compact, hardy perennial is ideal for sunny borders and attracts numerous bees and butterflies.

Watering and Care

Coreopsis 'Ruby Frost' grows best in well-drained soil that remains lightly moist without becoming waterlogged. During extended dry spells, additional watering helps maintain healthy growth and abundant flowering. Avoid overly wet conditions, as constantly saturated roots may reduce plant vigor.

Maintenance

Regularly removing faded flowers helps extend the display and keeps the plant looking tidy. Old stems and foliage can be cut back in early spring to encourage fresh new growth.

Location

A position in full sun or partial shade provides ideal growing conditions. Good light levels combined with suitable soil will encourage strong growth and reliable flowering.

Tip

Coreopsis 'Ruby Frost' is an excellent choice for naturalistic borders and mixed perennial plantings. Many varieties are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators.

Coreopsis 'Ruby Frost' adds decorative accents to beds with intense red flowers. Particularly in sunny perennial borders, it looks striking and lively.

The plant grows compactly and creates harmonious color areas.