Datura metel
Also Known As
- Purple Horn-of-Plenty
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-4'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 9a-10b
Datura metel plant details
Datura metel is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer purple and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Datura metel
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: solanaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: purple and white blooms in fall, spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Datura metel
- USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Spectacular bloom and fragrance await you. This Purple Horn-of-Plenty not only boasts double trumpets of a unique mottled purple shade but also gives fragrance from spring through fall.
Gardening facts about Datura metel plant
How to Grow Datura metel
Sun Exposure
- sun
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Water Needs
- regular
Features
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- purple
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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