Coreopsis x 'Mardi Gras'
Calliopsis
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Calliopsis (Coreopsis x 'Mardi Gras') - Description
One of Burpee's very first flowers to bloom in spring. Plants are suddenly bursting with playful stars, in vibrant gold and red, that seem to dance atop the delicate, ferny foliage. Lasting well through summer, Mardi Gras is a stunning choice for hot color. Easy to grow in a full or partly sunny garden bed. Ht: 12".
Calliopsis (Coreopsis x 'Mardi Gras') - Blooming
Flower colors vary in this genus but include yellow, orange, maroon and red. Coreopsis produces daisy-like flowerheads that attract bees. Deadhead to lengthen flowering period.
Calliopsis (Coreopsis x 'Mardi Gras') - Growth
Annuals and perennials. These easy to grow plants need full sun or partial shade. Many perennials are grown as annuals. Grow Coreopsis in borders that are herbaceous, annual, or mixed.
Calliopsis (Coreopsis x 'Mardi Gras') - Planting
Easily sown by seed. Once established, the plant will self sow itself. Perennial members of this genus can also be divided for propagation. Division entails propagating a plant by splitting it into 2 or more parts. Each part has its own root system and more than one shoot or dormant bud.
Calliopsis (Coreopsis x 'Mardi Gras') - Pest
Snails and slugs. Other problems include aster yellows, fungal and bacterial spots, rust, flower blight, powdery mildew, and downy mildew.
Calliopsis (Coreopsis x 'Mardi Gras') - Soil and irrigation
Most species require little to moderate water. Does best with well-draining soils.
