Lorscher Nicotiana Seeds

Lorscher is a cultivar of Nicotiana tabacum listed by Deodar Seeds under the name Nicotiana Lorscher. The plant grows to about 4-5 feet (1.2-1.5 m) tall and carries broad, light green leaves. In late summer it produces small pink flowers. This page covers how the seed is sown and how the plant is grown, so you can decide whether it suits your garden.

About the plant

• Species: Nicotiana tabacum, a leafy annual in the nightshade family (Solanaceae).
• Height: up to 4-5 feet (1.2-1.5 m) at maturity.
• Leaves: broad and light green; the leaf surface is smooth.
• Flowers: small and pink, appearing in late summer.
• Site: full sun and well-drained, fertile soil in a temperate climate.

Because of its size and broad foliage, Lorscher works as a background plant in a bed or at the back of a border. Give it room: crowded plants compete for light and grow thin.

Growing Lorscher from seed

The seed needs light to germinate, so do not bury it. Follow these steps for a reliable start.

• When to sow: start the seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost.
• How to sow: fill a tray with fine, moist seed-starting mix, scatter the seed on the surface and press it in lightly with a flat board or your palm. Leave it uncovered so light reaches it.
• Temperature: keep the tray at about 75 °F (24 °C).
• Moisture: keep the surface moist but not waterlogged. Mist or water from below so the seed is not washed away.
• Germination: seedlings typically appear within 7-14 days.
• Transplanting: move the young plants outdoors after the last frost, once they are sturdy enough to handle.
• Spacing: set plants 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) apart.
• Site and care: choose a full-sun spot with well-drained, fertile soil. Water regularly and feed occasionally to support steady growth.

Keep the tray in a bright place while the seedlings develop, and handle them gently when you transplant.

Photos

The gallery on this page shows plants and seeds from our archive. The photographs have not yet been checked against the cultivar by visual review, so treat them as illustrations of the plant type. Leaf shape and flower colour in seed-grown plants can vary a little from plant to plant.

FAQ

What conditions does Lorscher seed need to germinate?

Light and warmth. Press the seed onto the surface of moist soil without covering it, and hold the temperature near 75 °F (24 °C). Germination typically takes 7-14 days.

When should I sow Lorscher?

Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost in your area. Move the seedlings outside only after the last frost has passed.

How tall does Lorscher grow?

Up to about 4-5 feet (1.2-1.5 m). Plan for a spacing of 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) between plants and a sunny position with well-drained, fertile soil.