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<i>Nicotiana</i> 'Whisper Mixed' F1
<i>Nicotiana</i> 'Whisper Mixed' F1

Nicotiana 'Whisper Mixed' F1

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Basal rosettes of leaves, bear open clusters of fragrant, trumpet-like, petite flowers that fade from red to pink to white,...

40 + 20 FREE seedlings
£36.99
Delivered early April
approx 70 seeds
£2.99
In stock (shipped within 1-2 working days)
1

Bedding guide

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Plant description

Basal rosettes of leaves, bear open clusters of fragrant, trumpet-like, petite flowers that fade from red to pink to white, giving a multi-coloured effect on each plant. Elegant and upright, with long season interest, ‘Whisper Mixed’ is an elegant annual that is most effective when planted in large drifts throughout beds and borders.

Eventual height & spread

Eventual height and spread

Flowering period

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Plant features

Position

Full sun / light shade

Rate of growth

Fast-growing

Soil

Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost

Hardiness

Frost tender

How to care for Nicotiana Whisper Mixed F1:

Protect from frost, keep the soil or compost moist by watering regularly during dry spells and feed with a balanced fertiliser every fourteen days. Although usually grown as an annual, plants that are protected with a dry mulch may survive mild winters where temperatures only occasionally fall below -5°C (23°F).

Sowing instructions:

Early sowings can be undertaken (from March to May) under glass at approximately 20°C, in trays or pots filled with good quality seed compost. Surface sow thinly and water from the bottom of the pots by sitting them in a tray of water for a short time when necessary. When large enough to handle, grow on in small pots and gradually harden off before planting outside at 45cm intervals after frost. As the seeds are so small it may help to mix them with a little sand before sowing. This will help you keep track of where they are and also avoid overcrowding.

Warning

Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; avoid skin contact

GOES WELL WITH

June Week 1

If you do nothing else...water new plants. Make sure new additions do not suffer during dry spells. Plant up summer containers bedding once the threat of frosts has passed. Feed container plants about six weeks after planting. If it’s a nice day...trim he

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Plant up summer containers

After the last frost date, plant up containers with tender flowering bedding and reliable foliage plants. Line terracotta pots with polythene, taking care not to cover the planting holes, to reduce water loss through the porous sides of the pot.

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