Polianthes Tuberosa ‘Single Flower’ Fragrant Tuberose. (Young emerging shoot)

Add a touch of elegance and incredible fragrance to your garden with the beloved Single Flower Tuberose. This tropical flowering plant is famous for producing tall stems lined with creamy white blooms that release a rich, sweet perfume, especially in the evening hours. In fact, Tuberose has been treasured for centuries and is commonly used in some of the world’s most luxurious perfumes.

Your plant arrives as a 4" nursery young emerging shoot, which means the exciting growing stage is just beginning. With warmth, sunshine, and a little patience, the plant will develop strong stems topped with beautiful star-shaped flowers that bloom throughout the warm season.

Beyond its beauty and fragrance, Tuberose also plays an important role in supporting nature. Its nectar-rich blooms attract pollinators such as butterflies and bees, helping support local ecosystems while bringing life and movement to your garden.

Perfect for containers, patios, or garden beds, this plant creates a sensory experience—combining visual elegance with a scent that can transform your outdoor space into something truly magical.

Plant Care Guide

Sunlight:
Tuberose thrives in full sun. Provide at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for the healthiest growth and best flower production.

Watering:
Water when the top inch of soil becomes dry. Keep soil lightly moist but never soggy, as bulbs can rot in overly wet soil. Good drainage is essential.

Humidity:
Prefers warm, humid environments, making it an excellent plant for warm climates and summer gardens.

Growing Zones:
Best grown outdoors in USDA Zones 8–11. In cooler climates, it can be grown in containers and brought indoors during colder months.

Growth Habit:
Flower spikes can reach 2–3 feet tall, creating elegant vertical interest in gardens and containers.

Pet Safety:
Tuberose is considered toxic if ingested by pets, including cats and dogs. It is best kept out of reach of curious animals.

Why You’ll Love This Plant

• One of the most fragrant flowering plants in the world
• Beautiful creamy white blooms on tall elegant stems
• Attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees
• Ideal for patios, containers, and garden beds
• A classic flower used in luxury perfumes for centuries
• A rewarding plant to grow from young shoot to blooming beauty

✨ Note: Plants ship as young shoots. Flower spikes will develop as the plant matures and conditions become warm and sunny.

Botanical Name

Polianthes tuberosa 'Single Flower'

Common Names

Single Flower Tuberose, Fragrant Tuberose

Plant Type

Fragrant flowering bulb

Sunlight

Full sun (6–8 hours of direct light daily)

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil dries out; prefers evenly moist but well-draining soil

Humidity

Prefers warm, moderately humid environments

USDA Zones

8–11

Mature Height

Approximately 2–3 feet tall

Pet Friendly

No – toxic if ingested by cats or dogs

Special Features

Highly fragrant flowers, attracts pollinators, used in perfumes

Plants ship from our location in Florida and arrive nationwide within 5-8 business days. All our plants ship exclusively with UPS to ensure they arrive timely and in good condition. For those users in Florida, George, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Virginia, shipping may be faster. Estimated shipping dates can be seen in checkout. Plant exclusions may apply.

We monitor the weather in each destination location to maximize the shipping time and utilize thermal protection to ensure that the plant is protected. You can add a heatpack or thermal bag to your order if temperatures at night fall below 40 degrees.

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