- Sow seeds indoors from March to April.
- Surface sow onto moist compost and lightly cover.
- Keep at 18-20c and germination will occur in 10-20 days.
- Once seedlings are large enough to handle, prick them out into individual pots.
- Harden off and plant outdoors after the risk of frost has passed.
- Space plants 30-45cm apart in a sunny, well-drained position.
- Stake taller plants if needed, and deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous flowering.
Tithonia rotundifolia ‘Goldfinger’ (Mexican Sunflower) produces large, vibrant orange daisy-like flowers on sturdy, upright stems. A smaller, more compact alternative to ‘Torch’, it blooms from mid-summer to autumn, adding bold, striking colour to borders and beds.
