Bidens Sun Drop Compact

Bidens ‘Sun Drop Compact’

Bidens ‘Sun Drop Compact’ (Bidens ferulifolia) is a vibrant, pollinator-friendly flowering plant with cheerful yellow blooms that appear from early spring through late summer. This compact, upright variety is ideal for small containers, mixed planters, and garden beds, providing continuous color with minimal maintenance. Its heat-tolerant nature and ability to attract bees and butterflies make it a perfect choice for sunny locations, especially in warmer climates.

Plant Details & Care Information:

• Scientific Name: Bidens ferulifolia

• Common Name: Bidens

• Bloom Color: Bright Yellow

• Blooming Season: Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer

• Plant Habit: Upright

• Exposure: Full Sun

• Height: 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)

• Width: 12 inches (30 cm)

• Spacing: 12 inches (30 cm)

• Water Needs: Light

• Fertilization: Once per month

• Hardiness Zone: 9a–9b

• Hardiness Degree: 20°F (-6.7°C)

• Maintenance: Low

Key Features & Benefits:

• Compact version of Sun Drop, ideal for small pots and mixed containers

• Continuous bright yellow blooms all season long

• Attracts pollinators, including bees and butterflies

• Heat-tolerant and well-suited to southern climates

• Upright, tidy growth habit for easy planting and maintenance

• Perfect for sunny garden beds, containers, and hanging displays

Grower Notes:

• Smaller and more manageable than standard Sun Drop

• Excellent choice for small pot production

• Performs well in mixed plantings due to compact habit

• Ideal for southern regions and warmer zones