10 Seeds Datura inoxia White Flowering Ornamental Annual

Datura inoxia, commonly known as the sacred thorn apple or Indian apple, is a striking ornamental annual prized for its large, trumpet-shaped white blooms and lush, dark green foliage. This fast-growing species creates a bold tropical effect in beds, borders, and large containers, with fragrant flowers that open in the evening and remain showy through the night.

Each bloom is followed by distinctive spiny seed pods that add textural interest to the garden. The plant performs best in full sun with well-drained soil and consistent moisture, reaching impressive size in a single season in warm climates. It makes a dramatic focal point in mixed borders or as a standalone specimen in patio planters.
Species: Datura inoxia
Type: Annual ornamental
Plant_Habit: Upright, bushy, spreading
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: Grown as annual in most zones
Germination: 14 to 21 days at 70 to 75F
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, do not cover deeply
Spacing: 24 to 36 inches
Notes: Deadhead to manage self-seeding; tolerates poor soil once established