Nicotiana alata 'Starmaker Mix'
Flowering Tobacco
Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture
- Clusters of star shaped flowers on short, stocky stems
- Blooms from early Spring to late Summer
Border or Bed
Container
Fragrant
Low Maintenance
Partial Sun
Spring
Summer
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Requires rich, well-drained, consistently moist soil. Prefers full sun
Height: 12 in
Spread: 10 in
Spacing: 12-14 in
Price Level 1: $3.99 per pack
Bloom Color: Multi-Color
Zone: 40°F (4.4°C)
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Container
- Summer Bloomer
- Fragrant
- Border or Bed
- Low Maintenance
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Nicotiana
Common Name: Flowering Tobacco
Nicotiana, or flowering tobacco, is a genus in the nightshade family known for ornamental garden plants and the source of smoking tobacco, these generally tall, leafy plants feature trumpet-shaped, often fragrant flowers.