Nicotiana knightiana

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 36"-48"
W: 2'

planting zones

9a-10b

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Nicotiana knightiana plant details

Nicotiana knightiana is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer green flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, alkaline, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nicotiana knightiana

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring and summer
Uses: self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nicotiana knightiana

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A tough sun loving Tobacco. Sturdy rosettes of large, heart shaped, silvery leaves gradually lengthen into elegant stems of pale green, tubular flowers, flaring to reveal moss green petals.Becomes shrubby with age.A short lived perennial that should self seed nicely.The young rosettes make an attractive foil for any number of potential suitors.

By: Zephs

Distinct from N. langsdorfii with clusters of smaller small pale green tubular flowers with that are dusted with white powder. Rounded foliage also has the distinctive powdery cast. Self-sows.