Flowering Tobacco (Nicotiana Sylvestris) is a biennial or short-lived perennial herb in the Solanaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Nicotiana sylvestris is a vigorous, rosette-forming plant with tubular white flowers, typically growing 3-5 feet tall.

Flowering Tobacco

Flowering Tobacco

Nicotiana Sylvestris

Nicotiana sylvestris is a vigorous, rosette-forming plant with tubular white flowers, typically growing 3-5 feet tall.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial or short-lived perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, vertical interest, fragrance

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Flowering Tobacco

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Solanaceae
Genus:Nicotiana