Coreopsis – Li’l Bang™ Red Elf

Features
Deep burgundy red flowers. Healthy green foliage. Compact, rounded mound.

Attracts: Butterflies

Resists: Deer

Drought Tolerant

Native to North America

Maintenance Notes
Average, well-drained soil. Moderately drought tolerant. Easy to grow.

Maintenance Category Easy

Water Category Average

Bloom Time

Flower Form Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Mass Planting

Soil Fertility Average Soil, Fertile Soil, Poor Soil

Soil PH Category Acidic Soil, Neutral Soil

pH B - pH 5.8 - 6.2

EC (2:1 Extraction Method) 0.6 - 0.9

Fertilization 150 - 200

Light Requirements High

Water Requirements Moderate to Moist

Rooting Out Temperature 65 - 72° Fahrenheit

Growing On Temperature 55 - 65° Fahrenheit

Holding Temperature 40 - 50° Fahrenheit

Planting and Timing Information

Early Spring through Fall Finish. Standard PPP.

Finishing Times [weeks]
4-5" and Quart Pot : 6-7
6" and Gallon Pot : 8-9
7-9" Pot : 9-10
10-12" and Two Gallon Pot :

Pinching and Growth Regulators

Pinch needed at liner planting, then as needed to shape.

Pest and Disease Management

General pest and disease practices as listed in notes.

Grower Tips

Good air circulation and water management are important.

It is not uncommon for flower size to be smaller when the plants are grown under hot conditions, 85 F or higher.