Seeds, Tithonia Yellow Torch

(Mexican Sunflower) Tithonia rotundifolia. 62 days. A color breakthrough, the first yellow-flower Tithonia. Flowers are 3 in. orange discs surrounded by yellow petals. 

Growing instructions: Annual. Germination: 68-86°F, 8 days. Full sun. Direct sow or sow indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Space 24 in. apart. 80 days. Ht. 5 ft. Do not over-fertilize; plants may grow to 6-8 ft.

Description and photo provided by Southern Exposure Seed Exchange.