Coreopsis Big Bang™ 'Mercury Rising'
Coreopsis Big Bang™ 'Mercury Rising'
Zone compatibility details
Understanding the Prices on Our Product Pages
When shopping on our site, you might notice different types of prices listed for products. Here’s a quick guide to help you understand what each price means:
Regular Price
The Regular Price represents the price before any discounts. This price typically reflects the median price from the past 90 to 180 days, depending on product category, excluding special promotions like holiday sales, limited-time deals, multi-unit deals, and clearance events.
Now Price
This is the updated price of an item after a reduction from the regular price. The Now Prices are often limited to a short time frame and offer the opportunity to save on products you love.
MSRP
Also known as the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), this price is provided by the manufacturer. It serves as a benchmark to highlight the value of our current pricing.
Please note that product prices are subject to change without notice.
Couldn't load pickup availability
Zone
5 - 9
Mature Height
18 in
Mature Width
36 in
Light
Full Sun
Water
Dry, Moist, well-drained
Soil
Normal, loamy
Description / Coreopsis Big Bang™ 'Mercury Rising'
Ever since new colors began to be introduced into the coreopsis family several years ago, we have been looking for a truly exceptional red: cold-hardy, color-fast, and vigorous. What we didn't expect was to find one that also sports a new habit. Coreopsis Big Bang™ 'Mercury Rising' is the latest in breeder Darrell Probst's amazing Big Bang™ series, and for our money it breaks new ground in a big way. This tickseed actually spreads, intertwining with its neighbors beautifully in the border. Just 15 to 18 inches high in bloom, it spreads 2 to 3 feet wide, with fresh green foliage backing the flowers.
Now, about those flowers. They begin about 1½ inches wide and then keep growing as they mature. And they arise all summer, very eye-catching in velvety magenta-claret. The small center is frilly and bright golden-yellow, punctuating the dark, rich petals beautifully. You will be delighted not only with the quality but with the number of these blooms, over a very long season. Prepare to be dazzled. As summer turns to fall and the weather cools, the flowers may continue, frosty white and cream streaks interrupting the dark red. This adds an entire second look to the display, and it's our favorite time of the season.
Coreopsis Big Bang™ 'Mercury Rising' is hardy through Zone 5 in the North, with excellent vigor and colorfastness. Mildew-free, it attracts butterflies and bees. Make it part of your sunny border this season, and begin enjoying one of the most remarkable new perennials in the world today.
Product Details
SKU:
Genus:
Species:
Variety: 'Mercury Rising'
Item Form:
Bloom Color: Cream, Magenta, White, Multi-Color, Yellow
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Habit:
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Moisture Requirements:
Bloom End:
Uses: Special Features: Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
State Shipping Restrictions: GU, HI, PR, VI
*Does Not Qualify for Additional Discounts