Flower, Mexican Sunflower: Torch

 CERTIFIED ORGANIC, HEIRLOOM SEED, 1 packet (25 seeds)

(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.