horn-of-plenty
Datura metel
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Hardiness Zone:
9 - 10
Flowers:
White, yellow, lilac and purple Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Fruits:
yellow,purple,pink,white Fruits Ready In Summer
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Poisonous To Humans:
Yes
Poisonous To Pets:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
watering
Water the Horn-of-Plenty (Datura metel) once or twice a week, or when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. During the flowering season, allow the soil to dry out more deeply, to 1-2 inches. Water the plant well, allowing the excess to drain from the pot before you replace it. During the winter, water the plant only sparingly.
sunlight
Horn-of-plenty (Datura metel) are a low-maintenance and fast-growing plant species typically found in hot climates. It grows best in sun, and needs full sun for at least 6 to 8 hours a day to grow and develop its large, colorful flowers. When grown in partial shade or shady spots, the plant will still produce flowers, though fewer and of less size. As for the timing of sunlight, Horn-of-plenty prefers the sunlight of mid-day and late afternoon when the sun is not at its brightest. It is important to avoid overexposure of this plant to direct sunlight in the hottest part of the day (usually 11am to 4pm) to prevent leaf scalding or burning.
pruning
For Horn-of-plenty (Datura metel), pruning should be done shortly after flowering in order to promote the production of new blooms. Prune only lightly, removing about 1-third of the length of the stems, and removing any dead or damaged stems. Pruning should be done with sharp, clean pruning shears to prevent the spread of disease. Take care to not prune too close to the main branches or stems, as this could weaken them and limit flowering. Pruning should also be done in the spring and fall, in order to control the size of the plant and keep it looking neat and attractive.
