Purple Horn-of-Plenty (Datura metel)
Discover the enchanting Purple Horn-of-Plenty (Datura metel), a captivating shrub that brings spectacular double trumpets in a unique mottled purple to your garden. Blooming profusely from spring through fall, its continuous fragrance enhances the sensory experience. Growing to a manageable 2-3 feet, this plant thrives in full sun and is ideal for zones 9 and 10. Beyond its stunning flowers, it features fascinating, spiky seed pods with a distinctive black bark, offering year-round visual interest and a unique garden focal point.
$14.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.2
/ 5
Category Rank
2568
/ 2688
#2568 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-62%
Below average
Pot Size
4
/ "
Who it's for
- Highly Ornamental Blooms
- Rapid Growth and Vigor
- Intense Nighttime Fragrance
Who should skip it
- Extreme Toxicity Hazard
- Requires Tropical Conditions
- Heavy Feeder and Waterer
Key Specs
Pot Size
4"
Hardiness Zone
9, 10
Sun Requirements
Full Sun
Grows To
2-3 feet
Minimum Indoor Temperatures
55 degrees
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
SKU
R1214-4
Plant Type
Shrub, Flower
Features
- Spectacular double trumpets in mottled purple
- Continuous fragrance from spring through fall
- Fascinating seed pods with unique black bark
- Blooms profusely across multiple seasons
- Grows to a manageable 2-3 feet
- Ideal for full sun conditions
- Attracts attention with unique appearance
What customers say
Customers highly value the Purple Horn of Plenty for its powerful, exotic nocturnal fragrance and stunning trumpet blooms. Experienced gardeners report rapid growth and exceptional vigor once established, confirming the plant's unique appeal. Satisfaction is driven primarily by the intoxicating evening scent. A recurring point of contention involves the initial value; some buyers feel the starter plant size does not justify the premium price. A few customers also note initial establishment challenges typical of shipped specimens. Ultimately, those prepared for specialized care find this unique botanical a spectacular, rewarding addition to their collection.
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