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Don't worry—tickseed won't attract ticks, but the birds do like their seeds.—
Arricca Elin Sansone,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2026 Perfect for meadow or pollinator gardens, tickseed (Coreopsis) is a dependable, fast-growing bloomer that brings cheerful color to the garden with its daisy-like flowers.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
2 Apr. 2026