When to Plant Coreopsis Seeds
If you’re an indoor planting enthusiast, start your Coreopsis seeds 6-8 weeks before it’s time to toss them into the great outdoors after the last frost. Feeling brave? You can also go ahead and directly sow those seeds outside once the soil is no longer an icy tundra!
Where to Plant Coreopsis Seeds
Whether you’re transplanting your little green friends or sending them straight to the garden, make sure you pick a well-lit area with well-draining soil. Think of it as giving them a sunny vacation spot—after all, who wants to spend their days in the dark?
How to Plant Coreopsis Seeds
Coreopsis seeds are like those friends who can’t stand being covered up at a party; they need light for germination! So, don’t go burying them deep in the soil. After evicting all the pesky weeds, plant your Coreopsis seeds about 1/2 inch deep, and give them a gentle cover or just lightly press them in. Remember, they’re sunbathers at heart, so keep them exposed!
When transplanting, dig a hole that’s just right for the root ball—think Goldilocks, not too big, not too small! Level it with the ground, then give them a drink of water (but don’t drown them—no one likes a soggy root ball!).
How to Care for Coreopsis
As blooms start to fade, don’t be shy—deadhead them! It’s like giving your plants a little haircut to encourage new growth. And when those plants hit the 2-inch mark, it’s time to thin them out. A little personal space goes a long way in the world of flowers!