AAS Winners
Tithonia 'Fiesta Del Sol'
Tithonia 'Fiesta Del Sol'
Tithonia 'Fiesta Del Sol'
Tithonia 'Fiesta Del Sol'
2000 AAS Flower Award Winner
The first dwarf Mexican sunflower, 'Fiesta Del Sol' thrives on summer heat and humidity, attaining a mature height of 2-3 feet. The single, orange daisy flowers are 2-3 inches across, excellent cut flowers and may attract butterflies. There are an abundance of daisy flowers so that you can cut many for informal bouquets and numerous flowers will remain on the plant for the wildlife. Basically pest-free, not even deer find the hairy leaves of Tithonia rotundifolia worth eating. Easy-to-grow from seed or plants, 'Fiesta Del Sol' is carefree in the garden or in patio containers. You'll find the best performance in full sun.
| AAS Winner Primary Details | |
|---|---|
| Award: | AAS Flower Award Winner |
| Class: | Tithonia |
| Variety Name: | 'Fiesta Del Sol' |
| Genus: | Tithonia |
| Species: | rotundifolia |
| Year: | 2000 |
| Common Name: | Mexican sunflower |
| Type: | Flowers |
| Breeder: | Benary Seed |
| Close Market Comparison: | 'Goldfinger' and 'Torch' |
| Plant Needs | |
|---|---|
| Duration Type: | Annual |
| Light Needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Normal |
| Staking Required: | NO |
| Plant Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color: | Green |
| Plant Habit: | Bushy, Upright |
| Plant Height: | Tall: Over 24" |
| Bloom Time: | Summer |
| Bloom Color: | Orange |
| Bloom Color Pattern: | Solid |
| Bloom Size: | 2.5 inches |
| Weather Tolerance: | Heat |
| Pollinator Friendly: | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Home Gardener Use | |
|---|---|
| Container: | YES |
| Low Edging: | NO |
| Medium Height Divider: | YES |
| Tall Background: | YES |
| Herb: | NO |
| Cut Flower: | YES |
| Dried Flower / Everlasting: | NO |
| Houseplant: | NO |
| Water Garden: | NO |
| Edible Ornamental: | NO |
2004 Gold Medal Winner
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