Mexican sunflower ‘Torch’ (Tithonia rotundifolia ‘Torch’) is a plant in the annuals and biennials category that can grow 50cm – 1.5m tall and 10cm – 50cm wide.
This plant is commonly known as Mexican sunflower ‘Torch’.
This is a deciduous plant that takes 1-2 years to reach full maturity.
Plant profile
Common name: Mexican sunflower ‘Torch’
Scientific name: Tithonia rotundifolia ‘Torch’
Plant type: Annual / Biennial
Habit: Bushy
Height: 50cm – 1.5m
Spread: 10cm – 50cm
Foliage: Deciduous
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: Loam, Sand
Moisture: Well drained
Garden type: Informal Garden, Rock & Gravel Garden
Planting type: Cut Flowers, Flower borders and bedding
Seasonal colors
| Season | Stem | Foliage | Flower | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
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How to plant Mexican sunflower ‘Torch’ (Tithonia rotundifolia ‘Torch’) – Photo (c)2008 Derek Ramsey (Ram-Man), GFDL 1.2, via Wikimedia Commons
Cultivation profiles – Growing Mexican sunflower ‘Torch’ (Tithonia rotundifolia ‘Torch’) – Photo (c)2009 Derek Ramsey (Ram-Man), GFDL 1.2, via Wikimedia Commons
