Nicotiana alata x mutabilis

Also Known As

Flowering Tobacco

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 5'-8'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8b-12

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Nicotiana alata x mutabilis plant details

Nicotiana alata x mutabilis is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nicotiana alata x mutabilis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nicotiana alata x mutabilis

USDA Zones: 8b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Take a chance! One of the magical delights of growing plants from seed is being surprised by the diversity of forms that can arise when you let “the birds & the bees” (in this case, the phrase can be taken pretty literally) do their magic! Consider this plant as the “Mystery Flavor” of our Nicotiana collection. Best case scenario? An amped up N. alata with tri-colored flowers & fragrance. Worst case scenario? A smaller statured N. mutabilis with only white flowers. Each 1-2” flower starts out white & ages to pale pink, then rose – with all colors appearing at the same time. Grows between 5-8’ tall & 3’ wide. Perennial in temperate zones, cutting it back encourages its divine purpose. Rich soil for best show, it self-sows, too! Very popular with hummingbirds.