Bring bold color and vibrancy to your garden with Red Tithonia Rotundifolia, commonly known as the Mexican Sunflower. Known for its striking red-orange blooms, this fast-growing plant attracts butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, making it perfect for flower beds, borders, and pollinator-friendly gardens. Easy to grow from seed, it’s a standout choice for home gardeners.
Features & Benefits:
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Produces large, bright red-orange flowers for a vivid garden display
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Fast-growing, tall plants ideal for borders and garden beds
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Attracts pollinators including butterflies and bees
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Heirloom seeds, non-GMO, premium quality for home gardening
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Long bloom season for extended garden color
Specifications:
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Seed Type: Annual flowering plant
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Variety: Red Tithonia Rotundifolia
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Plant Height: 3–6 feet
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Bloom Season: Summer to early autumn
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Sunlight: Full sun
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Soil Requirement: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Watering: Moderate; tolerates occasional dry periods
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Soil Preparation: Use well-draining, fertile soil enriched with compost.
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Sowing: Sow seeds directly into garden beds or containers, 1/4 inch deep.
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Spacing: Space plants 18–24 inches apart to allow for mature growth.
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist until seedlings are established; then water moderately.
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Light Requirement: Full sun for optimal flowering and vibrant color.
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Germination Time: 7–14 days under warm conditions (70–75°F).
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Transplanting: Thin seedlings or transplant carefully once strong enough.
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Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and maintain plant health.
