I grew 'Rose 36' (Nicotiana tabacum) from seed as a cultivated ornamental plant in a container this past year. It provided blooms until ...Read Morethe first hard freeze. Its container was placed under an evergreen tree which provided some protection. This winter, the plant has withstood many freezing nights and still remains alive with new growth occurring as the temperatures begin to warm. It has been a carefree plant and has only required occassional extra water when temperatures soared. The bloom clusters are very appealing. The sweet scent of the blooms is usually released in the evening. The plant attracts butterflies and moths. Spent flowerheads should be removed to keep the plant blooming. If this is not done, the plant can become weedy and eventually die. Seed need to be surface sown.
Caution:
All parts of this plant are highly poisonous. Not recomended for planting where young children are able to access the plant. Especially when the leaves are eaten, death can occur.
I grew 'Rose 36' (Nicotiana tabacum) from seed as a cultivated ornamental plant in a container this past year. It provided blooms until ...Read More