Brugmansia Betty Marshall (Angels Trumpet)

Brugmansia ‘Betty Marshall’ (Angel’s Trumpet) is a tropical shrub or small tree laden with huge, pendulous, trumpet-shaped, creamy-white flowers, 8-10 in. long (20-25 cm). Blooming from midsummer to fall, the profuse blossoms actively open and close depending on the time of day.

Brugmansia 'Betty Marshall' (Angel's Trumpet) is a tropical shrub or small tree laden with huge, pendulous, trumpet-shaped, creamy-white flowers, 8-10 in. long (20-25 cm). Blooming from midsummer to fall, the profuse blossoms actively open and close depending on the time of day. Sparkling against the foliage of long, fresh green leaves, the flowers exude a powerful honeysuckle fragrance in the evenings. This flowering shrub makes a wonderful and dramatic focal point. Easy and fast-growing, it will stop people in their tracks!

  • Grows up to 10-15 ft. tall and wide (300-450 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.

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 10'
– 15'
(3m
– 4.5m)
Spread 10'
– 15'
(3m
– 4.5m)
Spacing 240″ (600cm)
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