Brugmansia 'Frosty Pink' (Angel's Trumpet)
Angel's Trumpet 'Frosty Pink'
Brugmansia 'Frosty Pink' (Angel's Trumpet) is a tropical shrub or small tree laden with huge, pendulous, trumpet-shaped, salmon-pink flowers, 8-10 in. long (20-25 cm). Blooming from midsummer to fall, the blossoms actively open and close depending on the time of day. Sparkling against the foliage of long, dark green leaves, the flowers exude a powerful fragrance in the evenings. This flowering shrub makes a wonderful and dramatic focal point. Easy and fast-growing, it will knock your socks off!
- Grows up to 7-8 ft. tall (210-240 cm) and 4-5 ft. wide (120-150 cm).
- A full sun lover, this plant is best grown in organically rich, moist, well-drained soils. Afternoon shade is appreciated in hot summer areas. Brugmansias are heavy feeders and need regular fertilization during the growing season to promote new growth and flowers.
- In cool winter areas, grow outdoors in full sun after the danger of frost is passed. Grow under glass in full light over winter with a minimum of 45-50°F (7-10°C). In warm winter areas, plant as a specimen. Perfect for beds and borders, Mediterranean gardens, or containers.
- Virtually disease free - watch for glasshouse red spider mite, glasshouse whitefly, thrips, and mealybugs under glass.
- All parts are highly toxic if ingested and sap may be an irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses, toxic to humans.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 10
– 11 |
Climate Zones | 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Brugmansia - Angel's Trumpets |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 7' – 8' (210cm – 240cm) |
Spread | 4' – 5' (120cm – 150cm) |
Spacing | 60" (150cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 10
– 11 |
Climate Zones | 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Brugmansia - Angel's Trumpets |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 7' – 8' (210cm – 240cm) |
Spread | 4' – 5' (120cm – 150cm) |
Spacing | 60" (150cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |