Product Description

Mexican sunflower

Red Torch

Tithonia Speciosa

Packet Contents: approx 200 seeds

Mexican Sunflower is a stunning annual with scarlet red petals and golden centre. It will grow up to 1 m and will brighten every garden putting a stunning display. Will make a lovely cut flower.

Sowing: Mexican Sunflowers are easy to grow and the seeds can be sown directly into a well prepared bed where they are to flower. They will do well in any well-drained soil in full sun. Sow direct only when the soil is warm enough and all danger from frost has passed. Alternatively, they can be grown inside in containers and then planted out. Sow the seeds using fine seed compost and pot on once the seedlings are large enough and have developed true leaves. Germination can take between 6 to 14 days at temperature from 18°C to 25°C.

Flowers: July to September/October

Standard EU seed for the hobby gardener, packed in the UK.

Country of origin: Holland

Tip: Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering.