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Nicotiana

A refreshing change from the old annual standbys, with lovely star-shaped blooms that provide a unique shade of chartreuse that looks great in nearly any color scheme. Plant at garden's edge or add to combination pots with lobelia, zinnia and sweet potato vine. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.

Companion Plants

Mexican Feather Grass

Salvia

Sunflower

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Nicotiana

  • Botanical name

    Nicotiana alata

  • Variety

    Lime

  • Zone

    Grow as an annual.

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    20-36" (51-91 cm)

  • Habit

    Upright

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    2-3 times per week

  • Bloom Color

    White

  • Bloom Time

    Summer-fall

  • Maintenance

    Mulch to reduce weeds

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Peter R.'s collection