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Tithonia, Mexican Sunflower 'Aztec Sun'

Tithoniarotundifolia

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Tithonia rotundifolia by LilyLover_UT
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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Tithonia (ti-THO-nee-a)
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Species
rotundifolia (ro-tun-dih-FOH-lee-uh)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
This plant is resistant to deer
Succulent
Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color
Gold (yellow-orange)
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Melbourne, Florida

Stuart, Florida

Derby, Kansas

Ripley, Mississippi

Vass, North Carolina

Dover, Ohio

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Stuart, FL | March 2008 | positive

I have seen this plant in huge clusters and rows, growing to 15' or more, covered with blossoms, in St. Lucie and Martin Counties, South ...Read More

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