Mexican Sunflower
Tithonia rotundifolia
Common Name: Mexican Sunflower
Genus: Tithonia
Species: rotundifolia
Category: Annuals & Biennials
Growth Rate: Fast growing
Features: Makes good cut flowers
| Hardiness: Tender | Height: 2.00 m (200 cm) |
| Sun/Shade: Full sun | Spread: 0.50 m (50 cm) |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous | Flower Colour: Orange |
| Foliage Colour: Green | Flowering Period: August & September |
Soil Type: Sandy/Light or Chalky/Alkaline
Soil Moisture: Dry, well drained
This annual is grown for its bright orange daisy-like flowers that are produced from late summer and into autumn. Tithonia rotundifolia grows quickly and soon becomes very tall. The leaves are hairy and toothed. Dead-head the flowers regularly, they are also good for use as cut flowers.
Related Articles:
Digg
Reddit
Facebook
TwitterRecommended Reading
The Garden Plant Series
5 stars - A collection of books that are amongst the best when identifying and building up knowledge of a huge range of plants.
Read our review...
