(Tithonia rotundifolia) Bright orange, 3 1/2” wide flowers on vigorous 60-72” tall, branching plants with gorgeous, velvety green foliage. Masses of blooms nonstop from mid-summer to frost!
Mexican Sunflowers attract butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and beneficial insects, such as hover flies and pirate bugs. Beautiful cut flower; also known as clavel de muerto.
Does well even in hot, dry sites. A resilient garden knockout!
Growing Notes
To grow mexican sunflower from seed--direct seeding is recommended after last frost when soil temp. is 70-85˚F. Just barely cover seeds; light is required for germiantion.
For transplants, sow 6 weeks before last frost. Full sun (preferred) to half sun.
Poor to average, well drained soils; high fertility causes few blooms. Deadhead for longer bloom. Moderate moisture.