Tobacco (Nicotiana Tabacum) is a annual (grown as annual in cultivation, perennial in native habitat) herb in the Solanaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Nicotiana tabacum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, widely cultivated for its leaves, which are processed to produce tobacco products.

Tobacco

Tobacco

Nicotiana Tabacum

Nicotiana tabacum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, widely cultivated for its leaves, which are processed to produce tobacco products.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual (grown as annual in cultivation, perennial in native habitat)
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

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, chalky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Tobacco

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Prune
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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
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