Flowering tobacco (Nicotiana alata 'Lime Green') nih-koe-shee-AY-nah ah-LAY-tah Genus:  Nicotiana The yellow-green trumpet-shaped flowers of 'Lime Green' flowering tobacco mix well with many other colors in the garden. Growing to 2 or 3 feet tall, this annual's flowers attract hummingbirds and are fragrant at night. Care:  Provide full sun to part shade and moist but well-drained soil. Propagation:  From root cuttings or seed. Problems:  Susceptible to tobacco mosaic virus. Watch for aphids and spider mites.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Fragrant Flowers, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Fall, Early Summer, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color Green Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Cut Flower Style Cottage Garden, Rock Garden Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Annuals