Sunflower, Mexican Red Torch
Annual. Also known as Golden Flower of the Aztecs. Brilliant, red-orange, 2-3" flowers. An excellent butterfly plant, these produce masses of blooms over a very long season. The large 5' plants are striking. Founder Jere Gettle enjoyed these along the roadsides in the high mountains of central Mexico.
- Full Sun
- Sprouts in 7-14 Days
- Seed Depth: 1/2"
- Ideal Temperature: 65-75 F
- Plant Spacing: 18-24"
- Frost Hardy: No
- Tithonia rotundifolia
Growing Tips: Direct sow in spring, or start indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Set out after last frost, transplant carefully. Plants require full sun, rich soil and moderate soil moisture.
$3.00
Availability:
In stock
Minimum Seed Count: 35
SKU
FL729
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