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Tithonia rotundifolia
Perennial
Easy to grow, tall branching plants with velvety foliage and brilliant red-orange flowers that are beacons to butterflies and many other pollinators all summer. Great for bouquets. Easy and fun to grow with kids.
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom time | Summer |
| Plant spacing | 1 foot |
| Planting depth | 1/2 inch |
| Days to germination | 8-10 |
| Mature height | 4-5 feet |
Gardener's Notes: Sow directly in the garden in spring when night temperatures stay above 50F (10C). Plant 1/2 inch deep in a well-drained soil, spacing seeds 4 inches apart. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin to 10-12 inches apart. Keep well watered when young; mature plants can handle hot and dry conditions. Plants branch and bloom freely and don't require staking.
Description
Tithonia rotundifolia
Perennial
Easy to grow, tall branching plants with velvety foliage and brilliant red-orange flowers that are beacons to butterflies and many other pollinators all summer. Great for bouquets. Easy and fun to grow with kids.
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom time | Summer |
| Plant spacing | 1 foot |
| Planting depth | 1/2 inch |
| Days to germination | 8-10 |
| Mature height | 4-5 feet |
Gardener's Notes: Sow directly in the garden in spring when night temperatures stay above 50F (10C). Plant 1/2 inch deep in a well-drained soil, spacing seeds 4 inches apart. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin to 10-12 inches apart. Keep well watered when young; mature plants can handle hot and dry conditions. Plants branch and bloom freely and don't require staking.
