5 Seeds Tithonia speciosa Torch Sunflower Mexican Sunflower Orange Flowering Plant

Tithonia speciosa, commonly called Mexican sunflower or torch flower, is a vigorous warm-season annual prized for its brilliant orange-red daisy-like blooms. Plants grow quickly into tall, bushy specimens that bring bold, saturated color to borders, cutting gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes all season long.

The abundant blooms are excellent for fresh cut arrangements and provide long-lasting color in mixed plantings. Plants perform best in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating heat and dry conditions once established. Space generously to accommodate the wide, branching habit.
Species: Tithonia speciosa
Variety: Torch
Type: Annual flowering plant
Plant_Habit: Upright, bushy
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, average fertility
Days_to_Harvest: 90-120 days to bloom
Zones: Grown as annual in most zones
Germination: 7-14 days at 70-75F
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, do not cover deeply
Spacing: 24-36 inches apart
Notes: Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 6-8 weeks earlier