Tithonia rotundifolia 'Fiesta del Sol'
Mexican Sunflower
- Large orange flowers with yellow centers all season long!
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Garden
Heat Tolerant
Long Blooming
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in well drained, average soil Pinch as needed to maintain bushy habit Does not like heavy fertilizing Over fertilizing= less sturdy plant
Height: 24-30 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Price Level 1: $5.49 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color: Orange
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Rock Garden
- Container
- Long Blooming
- Garden
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Heat Tolerant
- Border or Bed
- Drought Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Dark Green
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
Soil Moisture:
- Dry Soil
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Tithonia
Common Name: Mexican Sunflower
Key features include hollow stems, showy daisy-like blooms with many ray petals, and deep green, lobed leaves that are hairy underneath, growing rapidly from summer to fall.