- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 12 - 15 Inches
- Mature Spread 12 - 15 Inches
- Growing Zones 5 - 8
- Use As A Filler In Containers
Big Bang™ Cosmic Eye Tickseed, otherwise known as Coreopsis BIG BANG™ 'Cosmic Eye', and Longstalk Tickseed, is an American hybrid created by Darrel Probst. This herbaceous princess of the prairie consists of bicolored corn-yellow and claret ray florets surrounding a tangerine center. Complemented by emerald-green foliage, this flowering plant is the perfect choice to add interest and charm to any dull space. Reaching a maximum height and spread of 12 to 15 inches, this compact, showy flower with its multicolored 2-inch blooms provides brilliant color from early summer until mid-fall.
An original from North America, Big Bang™ Cosmic Eye Tickseed, has a long list of positive traits to include deer resistance, disease resistance, heat resistance, and drought tolerance. In other words, this upright, slightly fragrant, slow-growing, deciduous plant is the perfect option for any person picking up a trowel for the first time. There’s simply no need to worry. Plus? Its low maintenance regimen won’t disrupt a busy person’s schedule. You’ll get maximum reward in spite of doing minimal work.
Big Bang™ Cosmic Eye Tickseed Care
As long as the substrate is moist and well drained, Big Bang™ Cosmic Eye Tickseed will thrive in a variety of soils ranging from sandy to loamy. Plant this perennial from spring until fall. This lovely plant will do well when exposed to full sun. Possessing moderate watering needs, this herbaceous perennial should be watered about one time weekly. If the soil, one inch below the surface, is dry, then water. If not, then wait a day or two to check again. Low maintenance, Big Bang™ Cosmic Eye Tickseed is not typically a hungry feeder; however, if needed, you can amend its soil with a little compost in early April or May.
To encourage bigger and more brilliant blooms as well as to deter disease, deadhead spent blooms as they appear. If, however, there are many spent blooms, you can shear the whole plant back by one-third using a pair of snips, grass cutters, or a weed whacker depending on how many flowers there are.
Big Bang™ Cosmic Eye Tickseed Spacing
Big Bang™ Cosmic Eye Tickseed will add flashes of vibrant yellows and reds to any container, border, or field it fills. Space this lovely plant 12 to 18 inches apart from the next one, and these dainty princesses of the prairie will proudly flaunt their beauty to anyone and everyone who walks by.
Big Bang Cosmic Eye Tickseed Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennial |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 12 - 15 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 12 - 15 Inches |
| Spacing: 12 - 15 Inches |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): Red, Yellow |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Mid June To Early October |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Dark Green |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering |
| Watering: Low |
| Resists: Deer, Disease, Pests & Insects |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Butterflies |
| Container Role: Filler |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting |
| Features: Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance, Continuous Blooming or Rebloomer |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Big Bang Cosmic Eye Tickseed |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Coreopsis BIG BANG 'Cosmic Eye' |
- SKU:
- 1231004903-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations