BIDENS aristosa Tickseed Sunflower
Bidens Aristosa is a fast growing annual plant with the bright yellow flowers and erect stems. Centralized pollen part is rich in nectars and a good source for butterflies, birds and bees. It is mainly grown for landscape embellishment but it also has a potential for growth in cultivated garden situations, in naturalized prairies or meadows. Fresh yellow color attracts bees to enhance pollination.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1OZ | 11,875 | 500 |
| 1/4LB | 47,500 | 2,000 |
| 1/2LB | 95,000 | 4,000 |
| 1LB | 190,000 | 8,000 |
| 5LB | 950,000 | 40,000 |
Scientific Name: Bidens Aristosa
Common Name: Tickseed Sunflower, Western Tickseed
Plant Type: Biennial
Family: Asteraceae
Native Range: Eastern and Central US, South Central Canada
Full Growth Height: 2-4 ft
Width in Across: 1-2 ft
Zone: 5 to 9
Exposure: Full Sun
Blooming Season: July, August
Flower: Showy with Nectar disc at Center
Attracts: Butterflies, Birds, Bees
Flower Color: Bright Yellow
Growth Rate: Fast
Tolerate: Wet Soil
Water Requirement: Medium, High
Soil Type: Well-drained Sand, Loam, Clay
Gardening Use: Ponds, Streams, Plant Gardens