Nicotiana alata Starmaker 'Appleblossom'

Flowering Tobacco

Nicotiana Starmaker Appleblossom comes in the lightest shade of pink blooms with rich green foliage. These unique, star-shaped flowers are early bloomers that bloom all summer long. They do exceptional in heat and humidity. The more sun you offer them, the longer their blossoms will stay open.

Height

12 Inches

Spread

10 Inches

Homeowner Growing
& Maintenance Tips

Nicotiana Starmaker is a half-hardy annual that can grow in full sun or partial shade. Nicotiana prefers average, well drained soil. It needs about 6 hours of sun a day to bring out its good looks. Nicotiana will bloom repeatedly through fall. You should remove spent flowers before they go to seed to contain the spread of the plant. Mulch to reduce weeds.

Interesting Notes

A warm weather favorite
Beautiful alone as a centerpiece
Plant with Petunias and Wave Petunias for a beautiful container or basket!

USDA Hardiness Zone 7-11

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Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

•	Mass Planting
•	Container
•	Drought Tolerant
•	Edging
•	Ground Cover
•	Border or Bed

Purchase Size(s):

•	1204
•	606
•	1801 (4")

Exposure

•	Sun
•	Partial Shade

Foliage Color

•

Green

Season of Interest (Flowering)

•	Spring
•	Summer
•	Fall

Soil Moisture Preference

•	Average
•	Moist