Coreopsis Amulet Red

700 seeds

How to Seed Coreopsis ‘Amulet Red’ (Coreopsis tinctoria)

1. Best Time to Sow (Gulf Region):

   • Outdoors: From October to February, when temperatures are mild (15–25°C / 59–77°F).

   • Indoors or nursery trays: From December to February for early transplanting before spring.

   • Avoid sowing from April to September, as the Gulf’s intense heat affects germination and flowering.

2. Sowing Depth:
   Sow seeds on the soil surface — do not cover, as light aids germination.
   Gently press the seeds into the soil and mist with water to keep the surface moist.

3. Soil:
   Prefers well-drained, light, sandy, or loamy soil.
   Ideal Gulf mix: 40% garden soil + 30% peat moss + 20% perlite + 10% compost.
   Avoid heavy or waterlogged soils.

4. Light & Temperature:

   • Germination temperature: 18–24°C (64–75°F).

   • Requires full sun for best flowering.

   • In the Gulf, full morning sun and partial afternoon shade provide the best results.

5. Germination Time:
   Seeds germinate in 10–20 days under warm, moist conditions.

6. Transplanting:

   • When seedlings are 8–10 cm tall, transplant carefully into garden beds or pots.

   • Space plants 25–30 cm apart for airy, bushy growth.

   • Harden seedlings before full outdoor exposure.

7. Growing Tips for Gulf Climate:

   • Sunlight: Prefers full sun with some afternoon shade during hotter months.

   • Watering: Water moderately, keeping the soil lightly moist but not soggy.

   • Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during active growth.

   • Maintenance: Remove faded blooms to extend flowering and encourage new buds.

   • The ‘Amulet Red’ variety produces bright crimson-red daisy-like flowers with golden centers, perfect for borders, pots, and wildflower gardens.

   • Blooms from late winter to early summer in the Gulf.