Woodland Tobacco Plant white

5000 seeds

How to Seed Woodland Tobacco Plant ‘White’ (Nicotiana sylvestris)

1. Best Time to Sow (Gulf Region):

   • Outdoors: From October to February, when daytime temperatures range between 15–25°C (59–77°F).

   • Indoors or nursery trays: From December to February for early transplanting.

   • Avoid sowing from April to September, as Gulf summer heat (above 35°C) weakens plants and stops flowering.

2. Sowing Depth:
   Sow seeds on the surface of moist soil — do not cover, as light is needed for germination.
   Gently press seeds into the soil surface and mist with water to keep moist.

3. Soil:
   Prefers light, fertile, and well-drained soil enriched with compost or organic matter.
   Ideal Gulf mix: 40% garden soil + 30% peat moss + 20% perlite + 10% compost.
   Avoid heavy or clay soils that retain water.

4. Light & Temperature:

   • Germination temperature: 20–25°C (68–77°F).

   • Place in bright, indirect light during germination.

   • After sprouting, move seedlings to full morning sun and light afternoon shade for best growth in Gulf climates.

5. Germination Time:
   Seeds germinate in 10–20 days under warm, moist conditions.

6. Transplanting:

   • When seedlings reach 8–10 cm tall, transplant to garden beds or pots.

   • Space plants 30–40 cm apart, as Woodland Tobacco grows tall (up to 1.2 m).

   • Harden seedlings for a few days before exposing to full sun.

7. Growing Tips for Gulf Climate:

   • Sunlight: Prefers morning sun and partial afternoon shade — too much heat can scorch leaves.

   • Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply 2–3 times per week depending on weather.

   • Feeding: Use a balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during the growing season for lush foliage and abundant blooms.

   • Maintenance: Remove faded flowers to prolong blooming.

   • The Woodland Tobacco ‘White’ produces tall spikes of pure white, tubular, fragrant flowers — ideal for evening gardens, borders, and shaded areas.

   • Blooms from late winter to early summer in the Gulf.