A dramatic large shrub hung with enormous pendulous trumpet flowers that pour out a heady perfume in the evening. Spectacular but extremely toxic in all parts; handle and site with care.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 3 m H × 2.5 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Angel's Trumpet
Botanically, Brugmansia x candida is a fast-growing shrub in the Solanaceae family. It reaches around 3 m tall and 2.5 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White, yellow and pink flowers appear in summer and autumn.
Where to grow Angel's Trumpet
Angel's Trumpet suits subtropical, tropical and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Angel's Trumpet does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Angel's Trumpet does best with regular, moderate watering. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. New plantings need closer moisture checks in hot or windy weather, with watering tapered once strong new growth appears.
Pruning & care
Prune Angel's Trumpet after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Expect a moderate maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Angel's Trumpet in the garden
Angel's Trumpet earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and its fragrance.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Angel's Trumpet with species that also favour regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew. All parts can be toxic if eaten, so keep it away from small children.
Buying Angel's Trumpet
Plant Sale lists Angel's Trumpet as potted plants and advanced specimens. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
