Coreopsis rosea, commonly known as Pink Tickseed, is a deciduous perennial herb native to the eastern United States, particularly in moist meadows, marsh edges, and along the coastal plains. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet (30-60 cm) and spreads to a width of 1-1.5 feet (30-45 cm). The plant features narrow, lance-shaped leaves and bears numerous small daisy-like flowers with pink to rose-pink ray florets surrounding a yellow center of disc florets, blooming from late summer to fall. The flowers are highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.

Pink Tickseed is valued for its long blooming period and the vibrant color it adds to perennial borders, wildflower gardens, and naturalized areas. It is relatively low maintenance, but deadheading can encourage prolonged flowering. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. While it is not particularly drought-tolerant, it can adapt to periodic dry spells once established. It is also used in rain gardens due to its moisture tolerance. Potential problems include powdery mildew and root rot in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0