Coreopsis 'Red Elf'

Also Known As

Coreopsis 'Li'l Bang Red Elf'
Coreopsis L'il Bang 'Red Elf'
Coreopsis Lil Bang™ Red Elf
Red Elf Tickseed

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

5a-10b

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Coreopsis 'Red Elf' plant details

Coreopsis 'Red Elf' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coreopsis 'Red Elf'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coreopsis 'Red Elf'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

It took 10 years to perfect this L'il Bang Red Elf. It's small and has large magenta flowers. Cold hardy and disease resistant, along with a long-blooming dwarf habit (to 12"t x 20"w). S/M-GDr

By: Forestfarm

Prolific color on a compact habit! Fresh green foliage backs sprite-like, short, satiny red blooms with frilly, golden-yellow centers. Flower petals are tipped with frosty white in the summer heat. The small mounded form is perfect for smaller gardens and containers, edging walkways, or accenting cottage garden borders.

By: Noname Nursery

A dwarf selection with very large, bright red flowers. This is a long blooming cultivar bred by Darrel Probst. Like its larger compatriot 'Mercury Rising', 'Red Elf' is a strong perennial returning year after year.