Tennessee Burley TN 19 Nicotiana Seeds

Tennessee Burley TN 19 is a variety of Nicotiana tabacum, the cultivated Nicotiana plant. The product card describes it as a burley type with a robust, upright habit and broad leaves. The notes below cover how the plant is described and how the seeds are sown and grown, so you can decide whether a tall, large-leaved Nicotiana fits your plot.

About the plant

• Species: Nicotiana tabacum, grown from seed.
• Variety: Tennessee Burley TN 19, described as a burley type.
• Habit: robust and upright, reaching approximately 5 to 6 feet (about 1.5 to 1.8 m).
• Leaves: broad and slightly puckered. They are light green while the plant is growing.

Burley is a leaf type within Nicotiana tabacum. With a plant of this height and broad foliage, plan for space and a sheltered, sunny position from the start.

Growing Tennessee Burley TN 19 from seed

• Sowing indoors: start the seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost date in your area.
• Light: press the seeds lightly onto the soil surface and do not cover them. They need light to germinate, so surface sowing matters more than depth.
• Soil: fertile, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Working organic compost into the bed before planting supports growth.
• Sun and water: give the plants full sun and water consistently. Keep the soil moist but never waterlogged.
• Transplanting: move seedlings outdoors once the last frost has passed and they are large enough to handle. Leave generous room between plants so the broad leaves have space and air can move through the row.

Write down your sowing and transplanting dates. Growth rate and final height depend on climate, soil and season, so your own records are the best guide for the next year.

FAQ

What conditions do the seeds need to germinate?

Light. Press the seeds onto the surface of moist, well-drained soil and leave them uncovered.

When should I sow Tennessee Burley TN 19?

Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost in your area. Transplant the seedlings outdoors after the frost risk has passed.

How tall does Tennessee Burley TN 19 grow?

The product card gives a height of approximately 5 to 6 feet with an upright habit. Choose a spot with full sun and fertile soil, and allow space for tall plants with broad leaves.

Plant size and leaf colour will vary with climate, soil and season.