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Tobacco

About Tobacco

Annual or tender perennial with flowers that are fragrant when open at night needs moist, organically rich, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It has mostly been replaced by shorter varieties that open during the day and have no fragrance.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Nicotiana tabacum

Genus

Nicotiana

Family

Solanaceae

Order

Solanales

How to care for Tobacco

💦 Water

How often to water your Tobacco

Tobacco needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Tobacco in your home

Tobacco love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Tobacco does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Tobacco in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Tobacco

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Tobacco: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Tobacco after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Tobacco is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Tobacco →

Benefits of Growing Tobacco →

Common Tobacco Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Tobacco →

💦 Water Needs

Tobacco prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Tobacco Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Tobacco requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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Tobacco Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Tobacco is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Tobacco is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

🪴 Soil

Tobacco does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Tobacco →

Best Pots for Tobacco →

When and How to Successfully Repot Tobacco →

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💩 Fertilizer

Tobacco is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Tobacco →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Tobacco can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Tobacco Temperature Tolerance →

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🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Tobacco can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Tobacco →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Tobacco, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.