Coreopsis Flying Saucer

Flying Saucer Tickseed

Coreopsis ‘Flying Saucer’ is a bold, eye-catching tickseed known for its extra-large, flat golden-yellow flowers that resemble spinning discs—hence the name. With strong stems and an upright habit, it delivers dramatic summer color and excellent performance in sunny landscapes.


Plant Profile
Type: Herbaceous perennial

Mature Size:



Width: 18–24 in.



Height: 24–30 in.



Bloom:



Very large, daisy-like flowers (larger than most coreopsis)



Bright, clear golden yellow



Early summer through late summer; extends with deadheading



Foliage:



Medium green, lance-shaped leaves



Forms a sturdy, upright clump



Zones: 4a–9b
Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained soils; adaptable to average, sandy, or rocky soils
Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established


Features & Uses


Form: Upright, open habit with excellent flower visibility



Ideal for perennial borders, cutting gardens, mass plantings, and pollinator gardens



Large flowers provide strong impact from a distance



Attracts bees and butterflies



Deer resistant and heat tolerant




Care Notes


Deadhead to prolong bloom and maintain a tidy appearance



Cut back in late fall or early spring



Avoid overly rich soils to keep stems strong and prevent flopping

Plant type

Perennial

Height

24-30"

Width

18"-24"

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Bloom time

Fall, Summer

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Loamy well-drained, Normal, Sandy

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clump

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No