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Coreopsis "Solar Eclipse" in 3.5 inch pots. Nicely rooted

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    SKU: 00840369419071 Coreopsis "Solar Eclipse" in 3.5 inch pots. Nicely rooted

    "Solar Eclipse" is a variety of Coreopsis, also known as tickseed, known for its bright, daisy-like flowers with cherry red petals and pale yellow margins surrounding a golden eye, according to garden sites. This particular variety is part of the Solar Series, which is recognized for its neat, mounded habit and vibrant foliage. The flowers are nectar-rich, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies, and they bloom continuously from late spring into fall. 
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    Key characteristics of Coreopsis Solar Eclipse:
    Flowers: Cherry red petals with pale yellow margins and a golden eye, creating a striking bicolor effect. 
    Habit: Compact, upright, and bushy, forming a tidy mound of foliage. 
    Foliage: Healthy, fresh-green leaves that maintain their vibrant appearance throughout the season. 
    Blooming: Long-lasting flowers that bloom continuously from late spring into fall. 
    Pollinators: Attracts bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich blooms. 
    Hardiness: Cold hardy to Zone 4, making it suitable for a wide range of climates. 
    Soil and Sun: Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, but can tolerate various soil types, including poor and sandy soils. 
    Care: Easy to grow and low maintenance, tolerating heat, humidity, and drought. 
    Pruning: Shearing back lightly after flowering can encourage a second flush of blooms. 
     
    Suggested Planting Time by Zone

    Fall
    Zone 2, 3, 4: Early September
    Zone 5: Early to Mid September
    Zone 6: Mid September
    Zone 7: Mid to Late September
    Zone 8, 9, 10: Late September to Early October

    Spring
    Zone 3, 4: Early to Mid May
    Zone 5: Late April to Early May
    Zone 6: Mid to Late April
    Zone 7: Early to Mid April
    Zone 8: Late March to Early April
    Zone 9, 10: Late March