Tobacco Seeds – Aztec

Aztec Tobacco (Nicotiana rustica) is a traditional herb known for its compact growth and vibrant yellow flowers. This ancient variety, often called Midewiwan Sacred Tobacco, produces dense green foliage and aromatic blooms. It thrives in warm conditions and is easy to cultivate in home gardens. Grown primarily for ornamental and cultural purposes, it adds a unique and historic touch to any herb garden.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Annual herbaceous plant

• Common Name: Aztec Tobacco / Wild Tobacco

• Scientific Name: Nicotiana rustica

• Variety: Midewiwan Sacred Yellow Flower

• Growth Habit: Bushy with upright stems

• Height: 2–4 feet tall at maturity

• Bloom Color: Yellow

• Days to Germination: 10–20 days

• Days to Maturity: 60–90 days

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with moderate moisture

• Watering: Regular but not excessive watering recommended

• Growing Season: Warm season crop

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8–11 (grown annually in cooler regions)

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 8–11: March–August

  • Zones 6–7: April–July

  • Zones 4–5: May–June

• Uses: Ornamental, traditional, and cultural gardening purposes