Nicotiana 'Nicotiana Flower' organic
Organic Nicotiana 'Nicotiana Flower' (Nicotiana tabacum) from the seed company Gaia, a star-shaped flower with a twilight fragrance
Nicotiana 'Nicotiana Flower' produces large, star-shaped white flowers borne in elegant clusters on slender stems. At dusk , the flowers release a sweet and captivating fragrance , irresistible to moths and other nocturnal pollinators. This heritage annual self-seeds readily, providing a faithful and airy presence in gardens, borders, and flowerbeds. Its delicate silhouette and intense fragrance make it a classic for evening gardens, where it shines discreetly.
Companion plants : Phlox, Nicandra, Ornamental tobacco, Verbena, Sage, Snapdragon, Zinnia
Negative plants : Orchids, succulents, cacti (too dry an environment)
Spread/Habit : Upright stems, flowering in clusters
Plant height : 60 to 90 cm
Quantity per packet : 400 seeds
Certification : Environmentally friendly product
Special features : White star-shaped flowers, twilight fragrance, self-seeds easily, excellent nighttime garden plant
Leaf color : Light green
Texture/flavor : Slightly sticky stems, mild aroma
Cold tolerance : Not hardy
Farming method
Sow indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost. The seeds need light to germinate: scatter them on the surface without covering, at a maximum depth of 1–2 mm . Germination occurs in 7 to 10 days at temperatures between 20 and 29°C , optimum 21–23°C . Pinch off the central stem of the seedlings to encourage branching. Transplant outdoors to full sun (level 3) with moderate watering (level 2). Space plants 30 cm apart and rows 38–45 cm apart.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when half the flowers on each stem are open . This early harvest reduces sticky residue and improves the bouquet's hold. Freshly cut flowers release a sweet fragrance in the evening. To dry, hang the stems upside down in a dry, well-ventilated area.
Usage ideas
• In the night garden , near terraces or windows
• In fresh bouquets, for a subtle fragrance
• In flowerbeds for a bright white touch
• To attract nocturnal pollinators and moths
• Lightly bordered with verbena and phlox
Nicotiana 'Nicotiana Flower' brings grace, fragrance, and twilight elegance to the garden. A heritage annual that self-seeds reliably and enchants summer evenings.
