Datura Metel 'Ballerina White'
Datura
Photo courtesy of Ball Seeds
- White flower that twist open at dusk, releasing a powerful fragrance
Blooms all Season
Border or Bed
Container
Drought Tolerant
Fragrant
Heat Tolerant
Full Sun
Interesting Notes about Datura:
Full sun is essential for optimal blooming. While it can tolerate partial shade, the plant often becomes leggy with fewer flowers. Once established, is remarkably drought-tolerant, for larger plants and more prolific flowering, provide regular supplemental water. In containers, the soil should dry out between waterings.
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in well drained soil Water when soil is dry Avoid overwatering Fertilize monthly
Height: 24-36 in
Spread: 18-24 in
Bloom Color: White
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
Genus Overview: Datura
Common Name: Datura
Known as Devil's Trumpets, haracterized by large, trumpet-shaped, fragrant flowers, that often open at night. They have distinctive, often lobed leaves, stout stems, and can grow into bushy plants