Nicotiana alata - Saratoga White

Elegant, luminous, and deliciously fragrant at dusk, Nicotiana alata ‘Saratoga White’ fills the garden with silky, star-shaped white blooms held above lush green foliage on upright, branching stems. Unlike taller flowering tobaccos, this compact beauty stays neat and bushy at about 12–18" tall, making it especially lovely tucked into borders, patio pots, moon gardens, and pathways where its sweet evening perfume can truly be enjoyed. The flowers practically glow at twilight and are highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and nighttime pollinators.

Easy to grow in full sun to light shade with regular water, ‘Saratoga White’ blooms continuously from late spring through fall with very little fuss. Deadheading helps keep plants tidy and encourages even more flowers, though this floriferous charmer hardly needs encouragement. We especially love it mixed with soft blues, silvers, and deep plum-colored flowers for a romantic, old-fashioned look. Charming, dependable, and wonderfully scented — an absolute treasure for gardeners who appreciate flowers that delight both day and night.