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Tithonia, Mexican Sunflower 'Sundance'

Tithoniarotundifolia

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Tithonia rotundifolia by mindyk37
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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Tithonia (ti-THO-nee-a)
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Species
rotundifolia (ro-tun-dih-FOH-lee-uh)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

Unknown - Tell us

Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness

Unknown - Tell us

Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color
Orange
Red-Orange
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
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Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

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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