Family: Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee) (Info) Genus: Tithonia (ti-THO-nee-a) (Info) Species: rotundifolia (ro-tun-dih-FOH-lee-uh) (Info) Cultivar: Arcadian Blend
Category: Annuals
Height: 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing: 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness: Not Applicable
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Danger: Unknown - Tell us
Bloom Color: Gold (Yellow-Orange)
Bloom Time: Late Summer/Early Fall
Foliage: Velvet/Fuzzy-Textured
Other details: This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater This plant is resistant to deer Flowers are good for cutting
Soil pH requirements: 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information: Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods: From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting: Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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