Sunflower Seeds – Yellow Mexican
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Yellow Mexican Sunflower (Tithonia diversifolia) is a vibrant, fast-growing perennial known for its bright golden blooms that bring a cheerful touch to any outdoor space. This ornamental plant attracts bees and butterflies, making it a wonderful addition to pollinator-friendly gardens. Ideal for garden beds, borders, and patios, it thrives in warm climates with plenty of sunlight.
Features and Specifications:
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Plant Type: Perennial ornamental flowering plant
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Scientific Name: Tithonia diversifolia
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Common Name (US): Yellow Mexican Sunflower
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Growth Habit: Upright, bushy with large yellow-orange blooms
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Maturity: Blooms in 70–90 days after sowing
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Growing Season: Warm season; best grown in late spring through summer
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USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (can be grown as an annual in cooler zones)
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Sowing Months:
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Zones 9–11: February–September
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Zones 7–8: March–August
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Zones 5–6: April–July
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Needs: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Watering: Moderate; water regularly but avoid overwatering
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Uses: Ornamental displays in garden beds, borders, and patio containers
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Attracts: Pollinators such as bees and butterflies