Tithonia, Mexican Sunflower 'Sundance'

Tithoniarotundifolia

Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Tithonia (ti-THO-nee-a)
Species
rotundifolia (ro-tun-dih-FOH-lee-uh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Orange
Red-Orange
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Los Angeles, California

Poland, Indiana

Doylestown, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Marinette, Wisconsin

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