In the realm of garden flora, few plants evoke the same romantic allure as the moonflower (Datura).
Genus Name:DaturaCommon Name: Moonflower
Plant Type: Annual
Light: Sun
Height: 1 to 3 feet
Width: 1 to 4 feet
Flower Color: White
Foliage Color: Blue/Green
Season Features: Fall Bloom, Summer Bloom
Special Features: Fragrance, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance
Propagation: Seed
Problem Solvers: Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant
Where to Plant Moonflower
Moonflowers thrive in USDA Hardiness Zones 3–9. Plant them in a location where you can enjoy the fragrance of their flowers
Since moonflowers are frost-tender, plant them outside in the ground or in containers after the danger of frost has passed in the spring.
Moonflower Care -Tips:- Light: Moonflowers flourish in sun to partial shade.
- Soil and Water: Plant moonflower in well-draining soil with a neutral pH. Water regularly, but avoid overly soggy soil.
- Fertilizer: During the blooming season, fertilize moonflower regularly with a phosphorus-rich fertilizer, such as bone meal, at half the regular strength.
- Pests and Problems: Moonflowers are generally pest-resistant, but they may occasionally be affected by whiteflies, spider mites, or mealybugs.
Types of Moonflower:
– Blackcurrant Swirl' Moonflower: Offers double purple flowers on 5-foot-tall plants.
Evening Fragrance' Moonflower: Bears pure-white flowers and fuzzy gray-green foliage on a plant that can grow 4 feet tall