Coreopsis Big Bang 'Mercury Rising'
Introducing Coreopsis Big Bang™ 'Mercury Rising', a standout perennial bred for exceptional performance and striking beauty. This tickseed boasts a unique spreading habit, weaving through garden borders with ease. Its velvety magenta-claret flowers, accented by golden-yellow centers, transition to display frosty white and cream streaks in cooler weather, offering a dynamic visual appeal. Blooming from early summer through fall, this mildew-free variety is a magnet for butterflies and bees, thriving in full sun and hardy in Zones 5-9. It's an easy-care, first-year blooming plant perfect for adding vibrant, long-lasting color to any sunny garden.
$14.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
3114
/ 4677
#3114 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-46%
Below average
Genus
Coreopsis
/ Coreopsis
Who it's for
- Extended Flowering Season
- Robust and Low Maintenance
Who should skip it
- Requires Consistent Deadheading
- Potential for Short Lifespan
- Susceptible to Powdery Mildew
Key Specs
Genus
Coreopsis
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Mature Height
1.5 feet
Mature Width
3 feet
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Item Form
1-Quart
Bloom Period
Early Summer to Early Fall
Growth Habit
Mound-shaped
Features
- Exceptional red coloration, cold-hardy and color-fast
- Unique spreading habit for border integration
- Long bloom season from summer to fall
- Flowers show streaks in cooler weather
- Mildew-free foliage for a clean look
- Attracts butterflies and bees
- Blooms in the first year
- Easy-care perennial
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional reliability and stunning color quality of 'Mercury Rising'. Reviewers frequently note the deep, velvety red blooms that hold their color even in intense heat, exceeding expectations for a coreopsis. The plant establishes quickly and provides continuous flowering throughout the season, making it a high value addition to the garden. This dependability and vibrant quality drive strong satisfaction, confirming its status as a standout perennial that truly lives up to its dramatic name.
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