Photo of Coreopsis tinctoria 'Mahogany' flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials

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Coreopsis tinctoria 'Mahogany'

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 8"-18"

planting zones

  • 1-11

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Coreopsis tinctoria 'Mahogany' plant details

Coreopsis tinctoria 'Mahogany' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer burgundy flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coreopsis tinctoria 'Mahogany'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coreopsis tinctoria 'Mahogany'

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

I am thrilled that some nice seed growers in Oregon have seperated out the dark Mahogany/maroon color of Coreopsis tinctoria. It's beautiful and can make for some new color combinations in your garden. And of course this wonderful wildflower is one of the EASIEST plants to grow. Just plant in the sun and forget about! Long blooming and a great cut flower. (P.S. Did you know that you can plant Coreopsis tinctoria in the Fall and it will grow in bloom all winter in Zone 16-17?) 12 -24" tall.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Coreopsis tinctoria 'Mahogany' plant

How to Grow Coreopsis tinctoria 'Mahogany'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 4'-8'

Width: 3'

  • sun
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"-15"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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