Tithonia Yellow Torch Seeds

Tithonia Yellow Torch Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

Tithonia Yellow Torch is a radiant and uplifting annual that brings a burst of warm golden colour to the summer garden.

 

Known botanically as Tithonia rotundifolia, this striking variety produces bright yellow daisy like blooms that glow beautifully in full sun and stand out against rich green foliage.

 

Yellow Torch forms strong, branching plants that flower generously throughout the season. Each bloom is rich in nectar and highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, making it an excellent choice for wildlife friendly gardens. Its vibrant colour and open flower form provide a reliable food source from midsummer until the first frosts.

 

This heat loving annual thrives in sunny, sheltered positions where it grows quickly and performs well even during warm, dry spells.

 

The tall stems and bold flowers make it ideal for the back of borders, mixed plantings, and cut flower displays. When planted in groups, Tithonia Yellow Torch creates a glowing, sunlit effect that pairs beautifully with zinnias, cosmos, and sunflowers.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 0.5 grams

 

Sow: March – May

Germination: 7 – 14 days

Soil Type: Well drained, fertile soil

Height: 120 – 150 cm

Flowering: July – October

Companion Plants: Zinnia, Cosmos, Sunflower

Avoid Planting With: Shade loving or moisture dependent plants

 

Sowing Instructions

Indoors:

Sow from March to April in small pots or trays filled with moist seed compost. Cover lightly with a fine layer of compost and maintain a temperature of 18–21°C. Keep the compost evenly moist until seedlings appear. Transplant into individual pots once large enough to handle and harden off before planting outdoors after the final frost.

 

Outdoors:

Direct sow from late April to May in a sunny, sheltered position. Prepare the soil well, sow thinly, and cover lightly. Water gently and thin seedlings to allow strong, upright growth.

 

Tithonia Yellow Torch is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking tall, heat tolerant plants that deliver bold colour, abundant blooms, and outstanding pollinator appeal throughout the summer months.

 

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