Tithonia (Mexican Sunflower) – Seed

Description

Tithonia (Mexican Sunflower) – Seed Care Guide for AlansGarden 🌻

Plant: Tithonia rotundifolia

Light:
Grow in full sunlight. Provide 6–8 hours of direct sun daily for strong growth and bright flowers.

Water:
Water moderately. Keep soil slightly moist during early growth, but the plant becomes drought tolerant once established.

Soil:
Use well-draining soil. Tithonia grows well even in average or slightly poor soil.

Temperature:
Best growth occurs in warm temperatures (20–35°C), making it suitable for tropical climates.

Fertilizer:
Apply light compost once a month. Too much fertilizer can reduce flowering.

Spacing:
Maintain 45–60 cm spacing between plants since they grow tall and bushy.

Pests:
Generally pest resistant, but occasionally aphids may appear. Use neem oil spray if needed.

Flowering:
Plants usually bloom 8–10 weeks after sowing, producing bright orange sunflower-like flowers that attract butterflies and bees. 🦋🌼