LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
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GROWTH HABIT
Low growing
BLOOM SEASON
Spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor garden
SEED TYPE
Orchid seeds
PLANT TYPE
Flowering herbaceous orchid plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring / Fall
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
Tall
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full sun
WATER NEEDS
Low to moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Cool season
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACINGc
Moderate
PLANTING DEPTH
Light / Surface
GROWING CONDITIONS
Cool climate
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall does white meadow tobacco grow compared to mixed varieties?
How tall does white meadow tobacco grow compared to mixed varieties?
White-flowered Nicotiana varieties are often available in both compact and tall forms, so height can vary depending on the specific strain grown.
Does white meadow tobacco need deadheading to keep flowering?
Does white meadow tobacco need deadheading to keep flowering?
Removing spent blooms can encourage more continuous flowering, though many varieties will self-sow and rebloom without much intervention.
What shape are the white meadow tobacco flowers?
What shape are the white meadow tobacco flowers?
Blooms typically open into a star-shaped trumpet, flaring out from a long narrow tube.
Is white meadow tobacco safe to consume or smoke like tobacco crops?
Is white meadow tobacco safe to consume or smoke like tobacco crops?
No, this ornamental Nicotiana is not intended for consumption or smoking and should be treated strictly as a garden flower.
Does white meadow tobacco prefer full sun or partial shade?
Does white meadow tobacco prefer full sun or partial shade?
It generally tolerates both, though blooming is often most abundant with at least a few hours of direct sun daily.
What pollinators visit white meadow tobacco blooms?
What pollinators visit white meadow tobacco blooms?
Its pale color and evening fragrance are especially effective at attracting night-flying moths as pollinators.