Native to Brazil, Nicotiana mutabilis bears masses of trumpet-shaped flowers all summer, which emerge white but develop a pink hue as they mature, and gradually darken to rose pink. The combination of new and old flowers creates a beautiful mass of different coloured blooms. Unlike other nicotianas, the blooms are pollinated by hummingbirds, so are not fragrant.
Grow Nicotiana mutabilis in well-drained soil in sun or dappled shade, planting out after all risk of frost has passed. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering.
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Nicotiana and wildlife
Nicotiana has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Nicotiana poisonous?
Nicotiana causes an upset stomach and is harmful if ingested.
