Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Solanaceae

Genus:

Nicotiana

Species:

Nicotiana clevelandii

USDA Symbol:

NICL

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

90 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

white, cream, greenish-white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

hawkmoths, hummingbirds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

10–21 days

Notes:

Seeds require light for germination; surface sow and do not cover. Germinates best at warm temperatures (70-75°F).

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI