American Dream Tickseed

About this plant

Coreopsis rosea 'American Dream' is a delightful perennial known for its profusion of dainty, rose-pink flowers with bright yellow centers. Blooming continuously from early summer into fall, it creates a captivating display that enlivens borders, rock gardens, and containers. This compact variety forms a neat mound of fine-textured, bright green foliage, offering a lovely contrast to its abundant blossoms. Ideal for gardeners seeking low-maintenance beauty, 'American Dream' is remarkably adaptable and disease resistant. Its charming flowers are not only beautiful but also attract beneficial pollinators, adding life and movement to your landscape. Perfectly sized for mass planting or as a cheerful accent, it brings a fresh and airy feel wherever it's planted. At A Cut Above, we select only the finest specimens to ensure your garden thrives. 'American Dream' Tickseed promises a season of vibrant color and enduring charm with minimal fuss, making it a stellar choice for both seasoned and novice gardeners.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Easily grown in average to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Drought tolerant once established. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and a tidier appearance. Divide clumps every 2-3 years in spring to maintain vigor. Generally pest and disease free.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.