Mexican Tithonia Sunflower

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Description

  • Annual plant (perennial flower for USDA hardiness zones 10-11)
  • Tithonia diversifolia is hardy to zone 9a
  • Full sun to part shade
  • Height: 4 to 6 feet
  • Spacing: 3 to 4 ft
  • Flowers: vibrant orange, red or yellow
  • Blooms summer to first frost
  • Start seeds indoors 1-2 months before final frost
  • Sow seeds directly after final frost
  • Buying plants is a good option for colder regions
  • T. diversifolia can be started with stem cuttings
  • Long bloom period
  • Dark green leaves make a striking contrast with bright flowers
  • Tall plants make it easy to view butterflies
  • Easy to start from seed
  • No serious pest issues
  • Attracts a wide variety of pollinators
  • Attracts swarms of migrating monarchs​
  • Average water needs. Don’t overwater.
  • Summer Hummer
  • Pollinator Plus:
    This nectar plant also attracts bumblebees, eastern tiger swallowtails, eight-spotted forester moths, fritillaries, giant swallowtails, honeybees, hummingbirds, painted lady butterflies, pipevine swallowtails, skippers, spicebush swallowtails, sulphurs, queens, and more…