Tickseed-sunflower

Bidens aristosa

Also known as Sticktight, Beggarticks, Bur marigold, Bidens aristosa var. fritcheyi

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Tickseed-sunflower is a vigorous native wildflower that produces masses of bright golden-yellow blooms from late summer into fall, making it one of the showiest plants for a meadow or rain garden. It adapts easily to moist, fertile soils and tolerates periodic flooding, thriving along pond edges and stream banks. Minimal care is needed once established — simply cut back in late winter to encourage fresh growth.