Hot Paprika Coreopsis
Hot Paprika Coreopsis (Coreopsis verticillata 'Hot Paprika')
Hot Paprika Coreopsis (Coreopsis verticillata 'Hot Paprika'), also known as tickseed, is a vibrant, long-blooming perennial celebrated for its fiery red-orange flowers and finely textured foliage. This heat- and drought-tolerant variety thrives in sunny garden spaces, providing a bold, eye-catching display from early summer through early fall.
Distinctive Features
Hot Paprika Coreopsis produces an abundance of 1-2 inch red-orange daisy-like flowers that create a striking contrast against its delicate, fern-like green foliage. Its compact, mounding habit ensures season-long visual appeal, making it a standout in garden borders and mixed plantings.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun but tolerates light shade.
- Soil: Thrives in well-drained, sandy, or loamy soil.
- Water: Low to moderate moisture needs; drought-tolerant once established.
- Humidity: Adaptable to a range of humidity levels.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9, making it suitable for a variety of climates.
Ideal Uses
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich blooms.
- Wildflower Meadows: Blends beautifully with other native and naturalized perennials.
- Border Plantings: Provides a vivid pop of color in mixed perennial borders.
- Containers: Well-suited for patio and balcony gardens.
- Cut Flower Gardens: Bright red-orange blooms add warmth to floral arrangements.
Low Maintenance Care
Hot Paprika Coreopsis is an easy-to-grow perennial that requires minimal care.
- Watering: Water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency once established.
- Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
- Fertilizing: Benefits from light feeding with a balanced fertilizer in spring.
- Pest and Disease Resistance: Resistant to most common pests and diseases.
- Winter Care: Cut back spent foliage in late fall for a tidy appearance.
Why Choose Hot Paprika Coreopsis?
Hot Paprika Coreopsis is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, long-blooming perennial with bold, fiery color.
- Brilliant Red-Orange Blooms: A profusion of daisy-like flowers with intense color.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
- Heat and Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in dry conditions with minimal care.
- Compact and Versatile: Works well in borders, meadows, and containers.
- Low Maintenance: Requires little upkeep beyond deadheading and occasional watering.
For a resilient, easy-care perennial that brings bold, fiery color to sunny garden spaces, Hot Paprika Coreopsis (Coreopsis verticillata 'Hot Paprika') is an outstanding choice.

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