Tithonia rotundifolia
These vibrant, tall beauties will attract all kinds of pollinators to your garden! The orange-red daisy-like flowers with a yellow center are beloved by swallowtail butterflies, hummingbirds, various small and medium sized butterflies, bees, and a variety of songbirds. Tithonia rotundifolia is hardy and easy to grow, especially in poorer and dry soils, and makes a beautiful 4-5’ tall backdrop to any garden. Its long-lasting blooms from summer to fall make this flower a fast favorite in gardens. Deadhead spent blooms and cut or pinch back stems often for a longer bloom time and fuller, sturdier plant. Mexican Sunflowers make a fantastic cut flower and are deer and drought resistant. Tithonia seeds are easy to save and grow year after year in your garden. Typically grown for flowers. Annual.
