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Tobacco "Petit Canadien" (Nicotiana tabacum) – Offered by AKÈNE

?? A heritage ornamental tobacco with multiple benefits ??

Petit Canadien tobacco is a Quebec heritage variety that has been cultivated for over a century, appreciated for its robustness and spectacular flowering . This annual plant develops large, lush green leaves and produces an abundance of delicately scented pink flowers all summer long, attracting a wide variety of pollinators .

?? Much more than an ornamental plant , "Petit Canadien" tobacco also plays an ecological role by naturally repelling certain pests , notably the carrot fly and flea beetles .

Characteristics of the variety

?? Flowering : July to September
?? Height : 90 cm
?? Spacing : 45 cm
?? Exposure : Sun
?? Life cycle : Annual
?? Soil type : Loamy, well drained
?? Soil moisture content : Medium
?? Deer Resistance : High
?? Seeds per packet : 1000

Sowing and cultivation

?? Surface sowing : Sprinkle the seeds on moist potting soil and do not cover them , as they require light to germinate .
??? Germination : 10 to 20 days in mild temperatures.
?? Watering : Maintain constant humidity without soaking the soil.
?? Transplanting : Once the young plants are robust, space them 45 cm apart to allow them to develop properly.

Ecological roles and utilities

?? A pollinator magnet : Its fragrant pink flowers attract butterflies, bees and other beneficial insects, enriching the biodiversity of the garden.
?? A natural repellent : "Petit Canadien" tobacco keeps away flea beetles and carrot flies , making it a valuable ally in companion planting with other crops.
?? A homemade insecticide : Macerating the leaves in water produces a natural solution to spray on plants sensitive to pests.

Why grow “Petit Canadien” tobacco?

?? Abundant and decorative flowering all summer long
?? An excellent attractant for pollinators
?? Natural protection against certain harmful insects
?? A rustic and easy to grow heritage variety

Add a touch of elegance and utility to your garden with this historic and ecological variety!