Family: Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee) (Info) Genus: Nicotiana (nih-ko-she-AH-na) (Info) Species: alata (a-LAY-tuh) (Info) Cultivar: Perfume Mix
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Category: Annuals
Height: 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing: 12-15 in. (30-38 cm) 15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness: Not Applicable
Sun Exposure: Full Sun Sun to Partial Shade
Danger: Seed is poisonous if ingested Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color: Pale Pink Pink Rose/Mauve Magenta (Pink-Purple) Fuchsia (Red-Purple) Red White/Near White
Bloom Time: Mid Summer Late Summer/Early Fall
Foliage: Smooth-Textured
Other details: Flowers are fragrant Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Soil pH requirements: 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
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Propagation Methods: From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse From seed; direct sow after last frost From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel
Seed Collecting: Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
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