Yellow Torch Mexican Sunflower Seeds (Tithonia) for Planting – Heirloom & Non-GMO Blooms for Pollinator and Butterfly Gardens

planting and Growing Instructions:

1. When to Plant:

• Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors after danger of frost has passed.

2. How to Plant:

• Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in well-drained soil.

• Keep soil temperature between 70–75°F (21–24°C) for optimal germination.

• Germination occurs in 7–14 days.

• Thin or transplant seedlings 18–24 inches apart once established.

3. Growing Conditions:

• Requires full sun and tolerates poor or dry soils.

• Avoid overwatering; thrives with minimal care once established.

4. Maintenance Tips:

• Stake tall plants in windy areas to prevent flopping.

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continual flowering.

• Perfect for xeriscaping and low-maintenance garden designs.