Mexican sunflower
Tithonia rotundifolia
Full Sun
Light watering
Tender
H2
RHS hardiness
1°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
2m | Max | 40cm |
75cm | Min | 10cm |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Mexican sunflower Overview
This half hardy annual species produces daisy or dahlia-like orange-red blossoms which are held on strong stems above rounded, velvety leaves. It is a good choice for borders, backgrounds or may be grown as cutting bed flowers.
Common problems with Mexican sunflower
How to propagate Mexican sunflower
Seed
You can propagate from seeds which are sown under glass in late winter or early spring.
Other uses of Mexican sunflower
Cutting bed