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Datura Metel 'Ballerina Purple'

Datura


Photo courtesy of Ball Seeds

  • Furled petals of lilac striped with deepest purple that twist open at dusk, releasing a powerful lily-like fragrance
Blooms all Season
Blooms all Season
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Drought Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Fragrant
Fragrant
Heat Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Full Sun
Full Sun



Interesting Notes about Datura:

 Striking tropical-looking plants with large leaves produce large, fragrant, trumpetlike, double flowers that twist open from June to October 


Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Ruffled upright flowers are eye-catching in large mono or mixed containers, and landscapes

Thrive in heat 

Drought tolerant once established 


Height: 24-36 in
Spread: 18-24 in
Bloom Color: Purple
Zone: 9-10
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Border or Bed
  • Blooms all Season
  • Container
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Fragrant
  • Drought Tolerant

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Fall
  • Summer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Pollinators

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained