LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Unique
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Winter, Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not Applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
90–120 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Zones 9–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
40–50 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sow
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil, warm climate
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Nicotiana langsdorffii bloom over a long flowering season?
Can Nicotiana langsdorffii bloom over a long flowering season?
Yes. With regular deadheading, the plant can continue producing its distinctive flowers over an extended blooming period.
Do the lime-green flowers stay pendant throughout blooming?
Do the lime-green flowers stay pendant throughout blooming?
Yes. The bell-shaped flowers naturally hang downward, giving the plant a graceful and unusual appearance.
Can Nicotiana langsdorffii add height to mixed flower borders?
Can Nicotiana langsdorffii add height to mixed flower borders?
Yes. Its tall, airy stems make it an excellent choice for adding vertical interest to borders and cottage-style gardens.
Will the flowers attract hummingbirds and moths?
Will the flowers attract hummingbirds and moths?
Yes. The tubular blooms are attractive to hummingbirds where present, as well as moths and other nectar-feeding pollinators.
Can Nicotiana langsdorffii be used as a cut flower?
Can Nicotiana langsdorffii be used as a cut flower?
Yes. Its elegant branching stems and unusual green flowers make it a distinctive addition to fresh floral arrangements.
How is Nicotiana langsdorffii different from flowering tobacco hybrids?
How is Nicotiana langsdorffii different from flowering tobacco hybrids?
Nicotiana langsdorffii is recognized for its unique lime-green, pendant flowers and airy growth, while many ornamental Nicotiana hybrids are grown for larger, brightly colored blooms.