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Nicotianaalata

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Family
Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Nicotiana (nih-ko-she-AH-na)
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Species
alata (a-LAY-tuh)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Smooth
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
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
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information

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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
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Quincy, Florida

Divernon, Illinois

Ellicott City, Maryland

Talbott, Tennessee

Olympia, Washington

Madison, Wisconsin

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Quincy, FL (Zone 8b) | December 2008 | positive

These smell so wonderful in the evening. Mine are always attacked by worms tho.

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