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Eared Tickseed

Coreopsis auriculata, Asteraceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

White-leaved mountain mintPycnanthemum albescens
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Silky AsterSymphyotrichum sericeum
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Tall CoreopsisCoreopsis tripteris

Congeneric coreopsis species compete for similar resources, with tall species potentially shading shorter ones

Uses

Functions

Native Bee SpecialistButterfly Nectar SourceBeneficial Wasp HabitatSeed Source For BirdsLong Bloom Period Support

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Wound Treatment

Common Questions

What zones does Eared Tickseed grow in?

Eared Tickseed grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Eared Tickseed?

Good companions for Eared Tickseed include White-leaved mountain mint, Silky Aster.

Design guilds with Eared Tickseed and see companion relationships visually.

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