Nicotiana × sanderae 'Perfume Mixture': Fragrant and Colorful Garden Plant

Nicotiana × sanderae 'Perfume Mixture' is a striking hybrid tobacco plant known for its colorful flowers and intense, sweet fragrance. This annual plant belongs to the nightshade family (Solanaceae) and is popular in gardens and containers for its long-lasting blooms, compact growth, and attractiveness to pollinators. The variety of colors and delightful fragrance make 'Perfume Mixture' a favorite for borders, balcony boxes, and evening gardens.

Characteristics of Nicotiana × sanderae 'Perfume Mixture'

'Perfume Mixture' grows bushily and compactly, reaching a height of about 40–60 cm. The trumpet-shaped flowers bloom in a mix of colors, including pink, red, white, and lime green, and emit a strikingly sweet fragrance, especially in the evening and early morning. The aromatic, gray-green foliage contrasts beautifully with the flowers and adds texture and depth to borders, containers, and flower beds.

The flowers bloom from late spring to early autumn and attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, making the plant both ornamental and ecologically valuable. Its compact size makes it suitable for both large borders and smaller container plantings.

Flowering and Maintenance

Nicotiana × sanderae 'Perfume Mixture' is easy to grow from seeds or young plants. It thrives in well-drained, fertile soil in a sunny to partially shaded location. Regular watering, especially during dry spells, promotes long-lasting blooms.

Removing spent flowers encourages new blooms and keeps the plant compact and healthy. As an annual, 'Perfume Mixture' completes its life cycle within a single growing season but can set seed, which will spontaneously produce new plants the following year.

Garden and Landscape Use

'Perfume Mixture' is versatile in use in the garden:

• Borders: adds colour, height and fragrance to mixed flower beds.

• Containers and bins: ideal for terraces, patios and balconies.

• Biodiversity garden: attracts pollinators and supports a healthy ecological balance.

• Evening garden: The intense scent makes the plant perfect for evening gardens and relaxation areas.

The mix of colors and the strong scent create a vibrant and aromatic accent in the garden. This plant can be combined with other annuals or perennials for a harmonious and striking garden design.

Safety aspects

Although the plant is decorative and fragrant, Nicotiana × sanderae belongs to the nightshade family and contains alkaloids. Therefore, consumption is not recommended. Touching the plant is completely safe, but children and pets should be warned not to eat any part of it.