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Common Name: Tithonia Rotundifolia,Botanical Name: Tithonia diversifoliaFamily: AsteraceaeSynonyms: Mexican SunflowerBlooming Time: SummerSunlight: Full BrightDifficulty Level: Easy to growGerminate Temperature: 15-40 ° C.Germinate Time: 10 to 15 daysHow to plant and grow Tithonia Seeds?Germination processSoak: Tithonia Seeds have to soak overnight for increasing the germination rate.Germination place: You can use a tray for sowing those seeds. At the beginning of germination. But after it reaches 2-3 inches long, it is better to put it in big pots. You can sow those seeds directly in the pot as it is the best way to cultivate them.Soil type: Light soil is most preferable for sowing but Tithonia Seeds can be sown into light soil to clay soil but it should be moist. While sowing use the mixture of cocopeat, and organic fertilizer with soil. It increases the nutrients of the soil.Temperature: Tithonia Seeds is a hard seed that needs sunny weather and the temperature is around 21°-25°C.Germination time: After sowing it requires 2 weeks to sprout.Season: All the season is good for sowing Tithonia Seeds but summer is the best season to grow it.Watering: While germinating you have to water it regularly but do not overwater. water should not stand on the seedling tray.Note: Keep the seedling tray shaded till the seeds germinate.Uses of potting mixTo grow Tithonia Seeds must be used with a good amount of organic fertilizers and compost.While potting soil should be with coco-peat which increases the growth of plants.It also makes the root strong.How to waterRemember water is most needed in the root zone so at the first water to the roots.You should water the leaves also to the growing plant as it increases the rate of photosynthesis.Do not overwater. water only the plant whenever needed especially in the rainy season we do not need to give the water regularly.You should water twice in the morning and in the afternoon but in the rainy season, you should notice that water does not stand in the pot or place where your Tithonia Seeds plant grows.Use a water spray bottle to give water to the plant.Planting and careTithonia Seeds will grow within 10-15 days.After that keep the tray near the window where the wind can pass. Do not keep in under direct sunlight.The best season is to grow those seeds in summer, but if it is too hot then keep them where they get afternoon shade.After two weeks you should keep the plant the direct sunlight for proper growth of the leaves.Within 15 to 16 days of the seed sowing, your seedlings will be ready enough for re-potting or raised beds.You should be fertilizer in a proper way as garden soil, coco-peat, and vermicompost in the ratio of 1:1:1.Tithonia Seeds can be harvested 130 to 150 days from the sowing of seeds.Avoid disturbing the soil around the plants.Keep the soil moist but not over-watered. The soil must be well-draining.You must take care of a good amount of air blown in the soil and in the growing bed.Tithonia Seeds does not require humidity as it causes diseases.Check for pests and diseases and apply organic solutions.If you take proper care of these Tithonia Seeds they will continue to produce flowers for long days.It loves sunlight and keeps them where it can get a good amount of sunlight.Indoor careIt is mainly an outdoor plant but if you want to grow it indoors then you need to take it to a place where the plant gets direct sunlight.You should sow Tithonia Seeds 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep and the gap between two seeds near about 4 to 5 inches apart.12 hours of light is needed to grow that’s for so use grow light or fluorescent light.Pest ControlIt can be attacked by Canker, Mildew, and Aster Yellows.For that, you can use Organic insecticides – Neem oil and inorganic insecticides – Pele and Actara.Also, you can use shampoo or liquid soap with water and spray the leaves.Harvesting StageTithonia Seeds takes130 days to 150 days to harvest if you take care of plants.Use neem oil in case of any diseases and while potting use a good amount of organic fertilizer like cocopeat.When the fruit is bright, it contains a good color then you can understand that the plants are totally harvested.You can pluck Tithonia directly from the plants but you should pluck gently.you can pluck Tithonia with any other gardening tools, it will re-grow again.It can vary the harvesting time depending on the quality of the seeds.Nutritional ValueIt is used for preventing breathing disorders.It is best for digestive tract problems.It can be used directly on the skin as it prevents inflammation