Mexican Torch Sunflower Seeds For Planting (Tithonia rotundifolia)
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$3.99
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basic information
Mexican Sunflower (Tithonia rotundifolia) brings vibrant, fiery-orange blooms to any garden, with 3-4 inch daisy-like flowers that attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees. This heat- and drought-tolerant annual features fuzzy, dark green foliage and is ideal for pollinator gardens, cutting gardens, or as a bold backdrop. Non-GMO, deer-resistant, and easy to grow, it blooms from summer to frost, offering long-lasting color and nectar-rich blossoms perfect for bouquets.
Seed Count
100 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Pollinator Friendly
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: Sunflowers develop long taproots, so it is best to use a loose sowing medium. They also do not transplant well, so if you decide to start some of your sunflowers indoors, we recommend using biodegradable CowPots. Direct sow in early spring when temperatures are at least 65°F.
SEED PREP
No seed prep needed.
SOWING DEPTH
1/2” under
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Full sunlight
SOIL CONDITIONS
Adaptable but well drained.
MOISTURE NEEDS
Water daily
GERMINATION
7 to 10 days.
PLANT HEIGHT
5’ to 6’ tall
PLANT WIDTH
18” to 24” wide.
PLANT SPACING
12” to 18” apart.
CUT FLOWER
YES
FLOWER SIZE
3”
SEASON
Annual
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Tithonia rotundifolia
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Very easy to germinate and grow.
FLOWER COLOR
Orange-Red
