Tithonia Torch Organic Seeds (Tithonia rotundifolia) – Bold, fiery orange flowers that attract butterflies. Perfect for cut flowers and garden borders. Grows up to 5 feet tall.
Minimum: 30+ Seeds
Ignite your garden with the fiery brilliance of Tithonia 'Torch', also known as the Mexican Sunflower. This heat-loving annual boasts vivid orange, daisy-like blooms that soar atop velvety, branching stems, reaching heights of 4 to 6 feet. A favorite among Monarchs, Swallowtails, and hummingbirds, 'Torch' offers a drought-tolerant, low-maintenance burst of color from midsummer until frost .
🌼 Key Features:
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🔥 Fiery Orange Blooms – 3–4" wide flowers with golden centers
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🦋 Pollinator Paradise – Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
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🌞 Heat & Drought Tolerant – Thrives in hot, sunny conditions
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✂️ Excellent Cut Flower – Long stems perfect for arrangements
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🌿 Vigorous Growth – Reaches 4–6 feet tall, ideal for back borders
🪴 Growing Instructions:
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Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date.
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Choose a location with full sun and well-draining soil.
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Water regularly until established; thereafter, minimal watering is needed.
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No staking required—plants develop sturdy stems.
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Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
🌺 Perfect For:
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Butterfly and pollinator gardens
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Cut flower arrangements
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Sunny borders and backdrops
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Drought-prone landscapes
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Wildlife-friendly plantings
🌟 Why Choose Tithonia 'Torch'?
✅ Striking, vibrant blooms that light up the garden
✅ Attracts a multitude of pollinators
✅ Low-maintenance and resilient in challenging conditions
✅ Adds height and drama to garden designs
✅ Blooms persistently from midsummer to frost
🌞 Set Your Garden Ablaze with 'Torch'!
Bring the radiant energy of the tropics to your landscape with Tithonia 'Torch'. Its brilliant blooms and pollinator appeal make it a standout addition to any garden seeking color, life, and movement.