Peruvian Tobacco is a striking ornamental flower from the Solanaceae family that brings dramatic visual appeal to summer and fall gardens across zones 2-11. Growing 30-36 inches tall with a compact 12-inch spread, this variety reaches full bloom in 70-84 days from seed, rewarding patient gardeners with flowers that attract pollinators throughout the warm months. Its deer resistance and ability to thrive in full sun on moderate water make it a reliable choice for gardens where other plants struggle.
Full Sun
Moderate
2-11
36in H x 12in W
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Peruvian Tobacco produces vibrant flowers that bloom from June through November, drawing hummingbirds and other pollinators reliably to any sunny garden bed. The plant's natural resistance to deer browsing means it survives where many ornamentals fail, and its moderate water needs keep maintenance low even during drier spells. At 30-36 inches tall, it reaches a substantial presence without requiring excessive space, fitting neatly into mixed borders or cottage garden designs.
Peruvian Tobacco is grown primarily as an ornamental flowering plant, valued for its bright blooms that add color and pollinator activity to gardens during the summer and fall months. The flowers attract hummingbirds and beneficial insects, making it a popular addition to wildlife gardens and pollinator-focused plantings.
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Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your last frost date. Keep the soil temperature between 60-75°F and sprinkle the soil surface with vermiculite or cover with a humidity dome to maintain consistent moisture. Expect sprouts to emerge in 10-21 days.
Transplant seedlings outdoors after your last frost date has passed, spacing them 2 inches apart in full sun locations.
Direct sow seeds outdoors after your last frost date.
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