Four O'Clock Seeds – Mirabilis jalapa
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Grow vibrant, easy-care blooms in your garden with Four O’Clock Seeds (Mirabilis jalapa). Known for opening in the late afternoon, these colorful flowers add charm to borders, containers, and urban gardens. They thrive in warm climates, attract pollinators, and adapt well to different soil conditions, making them an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced gardeners.
Features
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Produces bright, fragrant flowers that open in the late afternoon
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Suitable for flower beds, borders, walkways, and patio containers
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Heat-tolerant and adaptable to different soil types
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Grows well in urban and backyard gardens
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Attracts beneficial pollinators
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Low-maintenance and beginner-friendly
Specifications
Botanical Name: Mirabilis jalapa
Common Name (US): Four O’Clock
Plant Type: Annual in cool climates; perennial in warm zones
USDA Hardiness Zones: Best grown as a perennial in Zones 7–11
Sowing Season:
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Indoors: Start seeds in early spring (March–April)
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Outdoors: Direct sow after last frost in late spring (April–May)
Germination Time: 7–14 days
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Mature Height: 24–36 inches
Blooming Period: Summer to early fall (June–September)
Spacing: 12–18 inches