Should I deadhead my tickseed?

Yes, removing faded flowers encourages the plant to put energy into producing new blooms throughout the season.

Does my plant need fertilizer to bloom?

Coreopsis actually prefers leaner soil. Too much fertilizer often results in foliage growth at the expense of flowers.

Large flowered tickseed: not flowering, causes and fixes

Check these first

Measure the hours of direct sunlight the plant receives.
Check for nearby trees or structures blocking the sun.
Inspect the soil for signs of over-fertilization.

Likely causes

Insufficient Sunlight
Most likely
How to tell: The plant looks tall and thin, and it is reaching toward the nearest light source.
What to do: Move the container to a spot with full sun. If it is in the ground, trim back nearby shrubs that might be casting shade.
Excessive Nitrogen Fertilizer
Possible
How to tell: You see lots of lush green foliage but zero flower buds.
What to do: Stop using high nitrogen fertilizers. Switch to a balanced, slow release fertilizer once in early spring to encourage blooms instead of leaves.

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Find out what's wrong with your large flowered tickseed

The list above covers the usual causes. Pocket Botanist looks at a photo of your actual plant and tells you the likely cause, how serious it is, and what to try first. Identification and a health check are free.

When to worry

If your plant has had full sun for weeks and still shows no buds by mid summer, it may be time to check for pests.

Stopping it coming back

Keep your tickseed in a location that receives full sun all day long.

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Questions people ask

Should I deadhead my tickseed?: Yes, removing faded flowers encourages the plant to put energy into producing new blooms throughout the season.
Does my plant need fertilizer to bloom?: Coreopsis actually prefers leaner soil. Too much fertilizer often results in foliage growth at the expense of flowers.

Why is my Large flowered tickseed not blooming?