Nicotiana Sylvestris
Botanical Name
:
Nicotiana sylvestris
Plant Type
:
Vegetative biennial or short-lived perennial
Seasons
:
Summer to early fall (blooms from midsummer to frost)
Sun Level
:
4–6 hours of full sun to partial shade daily.
Ideal Soil Temperature for Planting
:
60–70°F (15–21°C)
Soil Type
:
Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Can do well in clay, loam, and chalk soils.
Germination
:
Seeds germinate best in warm, moist, and light conditions. Expect germination within 10–20 days. Surface sowing is recommended, as they need light to germinate.
P.H. Level
:
6.0–7.0
Water/Irrigation
:
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilization
:
Light feeding in spring with compost or a balanced organic fertilizer.
Habit
:
Tall, upright, branching, and somewhat bushy.
Final Plant Height
:
36–72 inches (90–180 cm)
Spread
:
18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
Spacing
:
18–24 inches apart (45–60 cm)
Flowers
:
Tubular, star-shaped white flowers with a strong, sweet fragrance; blooms from midsummer to frost.
Attracts
:
Moths (especially at night), hummingbirds, and other pollinators.
Uses
:
Cottage gardens, borders, moon gardens, and as a fragrant cut flower.
Companions
:
Night-scented plants like moonflowers, evening primrose, and other Nicotiana species.
Pruning
:
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming and cut back after flowering to maintain tidiness.
Toxicity
:
Toxic if ingested, contains nicotine, which is harmful to humans and pets.
Pests
:
Aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites.
Botanical Name
:
Nicotiana sylvestris
Plant Type
:
Vegetative biennial or short-lived perennial
Seasons
:
Summer to early fall (blooms from midsummer to frost)
Sun Level
:
4–6 hours of full sun to partial shade daily.
Ideal Soil Temperature for Planting
:
60–70°F (15–21°C)
Soil Type
:
Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Can do well in clay, loam, and chalk soils.
Germination
:
Seeds germinate best in warm, moist, and light conditions. Expect germination within 10–20 days. Surface sowing is recommended, as they need light to germinate.
P.H. Level
:
6.0–7.0
Water/Irrigation
:
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilization
:
Light feeding in spring with compost or a balanced organic fertilizer.
Habit
:
Tall, upright, branching, and somewhat bushy.
Final Plant Height
:
36–72 inches (90–180 cm)
Spread
:
18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
Spacing
:
18–24 inches apart (45–60 cm)
Flowers
:
Tubular, star-shaped white flowers with a strong, sweet fragrance; blooms from midsummer to frost.
Attracts
:
Moths (especially at night), hummingbirds, and other pollinators.
Uses
:
Cottage gardens, borders, moon gardens, and as a fragrant cut flower.
Companions
:
Night-scented plants like moonflowers, evening primrose, and other Nicotiana species.
Pruning
:
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming and cut back after flowering to maintain tidiness.
Toxicity
:
Toxic if ingested, contains nicotine, which is harmful to humans and pets.
Pests
:
Aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites.
