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Marvel of Peru Four O'Clocks

Quick Facts:

  • Discovered by 16th century Conquistadors
  • Shades of pink, fuchsia, yellow, and white
  • Open in late afternoon, close in morning
  • Attractive to pollinators
  • Tender perennial usually grown as annual

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Marvel of Peru Four O'Clocks

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Mirabilis jalapa

Discovered by the Conquistadors of the 16th century and subsequently named "Marvel of Peru," Four O'clocks are a tropical-looking flower with vibrant blooms in shades of pink, fuchsia, yellow, and white.  As the name suggests, the flowers usually open in the late afternoon or evening, remaining open all night and closing the following morning.  Fragrant blooms are attractive to pollinators and especially alluring to hummingbird moths.  Tender perennial usually grown as an annual.  Grows 2 to 3 feet tall.  Can self-seed in mild climates.  Blooms mid-summer to fall.  Sun to part shade.  Each packet contains a minimum of 25 seeds.

Mirabilis jalapa

Discovered by the Conquistadors of the 16th century and subsequently named "Marvel of Peru," Four O'clocks are a tropical-looking flower with vibrant blooms in shades of pink, fuchsia, yellow, and white.  As the name suggests, the flowers usually open in the late afternoon or evening, remaining open all night and closing the following morning.  Fragrant blooms are attractive to pollinators and especially alluring to hummingbird moths.  Tender perennial usua... read more

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Mirabilis jalapa

Discovered by the Conquistadors of the 16th century and subsequently named "Marvel of Peru," Four O'clocks are a tropical-looking flower with vibrant blooms in shades of pink, fuchsia, yellow, and white.  As the name suggests, the flowers usually open in the late afternoon or evening, remaining open all night and closing the following morning.  Fragrant blooms are attractive to pollinators and especially alluring to hummingbird moths.  Tender perennial usually grown as an annual.  Grows 2 to 3 feet tall.  Can self-seed in mild climates.  Blooms mid-summer to fall.  Sun to part shade.  Each packet contains a minimum of 25 seeds.

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How to Grow Four O'Clocks

Four O'Clocks prefer well-drained soil and full sun. They will tolerate partial shade, but may not bloom as heavily. They are drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types, from sandy to clay.

After danger of frost has passed, sow seeds 1/4" deep, 9-12" apart in a prepared garden bed. Thin to one plant every 18-24" apart after germination has occurred (7-10 days). Supply with moderate moisture throughout the growing season.

Harden off seedlings for a few days prior to transplanting. After danger of frost has passed, dig a hole roughly the size of the root ball and lower the seedling in, being careful not to disturb the roots. Backfill with loose soil and water well. Space plants 18-24" in all directions. Keep well-watered until the plants are established.

Four-o-clocks are generally very easy to grow. They are bothered by few insects and not liked by deer, making them a great option for rural landscaping.

Four O'Clocks do not make good cut flowers as the blooms do not remain open once cut. They do however make a colorful, fragrant landscaping plant to be enjoyed in the garden, patio, or porch.

CONSIDERATIONS:

Four o'clocks do not require isolation unless multiple distinct cultivars are grown. To harvest Four O'Clock seeds, watch as the flowers shrivel and the large, dark brown seeds begin to form. Collect seeds regularly as the seeds tend to fall rom the plant quickly. Some gardeners will cover the flowers with pantyhose or mesh bags after flowering to catch the seeds before they fall to the ground.

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SEED LONGETIVITY:

Four O'Clock seeds typically remain viable for up to two years if stored in a cool, dry place.

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