Nicotiana mutabilis

Also Known As

Flowering Tobacco

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

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

planting zones

8a-10b

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Nicotiana mutabilis plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nicotiana mutabilis

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fragrant, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nicotiana mutabilis

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This lovely form of flowering tobacco has greenish white tubular blossoms accented by dark eyes that age to various shades of rose and pink, adding a dreamy effect to the garden. 4'.

By: Avant Gardens

Can you say robust? This giant Brazilian, show-stopper blooms year around along the coast & will quickly & easily reach 5’– 6’ – 8’ tall, creating a cloud of sensational 1” blooms at least 3’ across. Each flower starts out white & ages to pale pink, then rose – with all colors appearing at the same time. Trust me, it’s awesome! Perennial in temperate zones, cutting it back encourages its divine purpose. Makes an attractive cut flower for mixed bouquets. Rich soil for best show & it self-sows, too! Very popular with hummingbirds. Deer resistant.