How to Grow Coreopsis in a Container

Coreopsis, also known as tickseed, is a hardy plant that produces blooms from spring until autumn. The blooms resemble those of a daisy and are available in many shades of yellow. Pink, white, red and orange cultivars are also available, although they are less common. The hardiness of coreopsis plants makes them a good choice for container planting, as they don't require continuous moisture to thrive. Provide the plants with good drainage, an occasional watering and full-sun exposure for color that lasts all season long.

4- to 6-inch growing container
Lightweight potting soil
Well-rotted compost
Pruning shears
Slow-release fertilizer

Instructions

- 1
  Select a 4- to 6-inch growing container with one or more holes in the bottom to promote good drainage.
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  Fill the container with a mixture consisting of 2 parts lightweight potting soil and 1 part well-rotted compost.
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  Set the coreopsis plant into the soil at the same depth it grew when purchased. Water until the soil feels evenly moist.
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  Place the container in a location that receives exposure to full sun.
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  Water lightly when the top half-inch of potting mix feels dry. Check the moisture level before watering to prevent root rot.
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  Prune faded blooms and dead foliage as often as necessary.
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  Apply slow-release fertilizer, at half the suggested rate, before new foliage appears in spring.
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  Move the container to a protected location that maintains a temperature of approximately 50 degrees Fahrenheit in mid to late fall, before freezing temperatures occur. Water only when the surface inch of soil dries out completely. This is necessary because the roots of container-grown coreopsis are more vulnerable than those planted in garden soil.

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