Plant Profile: Datura innoxia

This delicate perennial is often cultivated as an annual, reaching a spread of about 3 feet and requiring substantial nutrients. It produces tubular flowers in shades of cream, pink, and lavender, measuring 7 to 8 inches, which typically bloom in the late afternoon and on overcast days. While it can survive in average soil, it thrives best in rich, moist conditions. The plant grows and flowers slowly, and it is important to note that all its parts are toxic. It favors warmer climates.