Jalapa Mixed Mirabilis: Four O’Clock Mix Seeds

Jalapa Mixed Mirabilis

Four O’Clock (Mirabilis jalapa ) ‘Mix’ seeds offer a vibrant mix of colors in a fragrant flower. These seeds, often sold as a mix of colors like pink, red, yellow and white, are known for their tubular, funnel-shaped flowers that open in the late afternoon, hence the common name “Four O’Clocks”. They are relatively easy to grow and can be sown directly into the ground in the spring or started indoors a few weeks before the last frost.

Key Features: Four O’Clock Mix Seeds

• Flowering Time: Four O’Clocks typically bloom from mid-summer to fall, with flowers that open in the late afternoon and remain open until the next morning.
• Growth Habit: They can grow to be bushy, with some varieties reaching heights of 60 to 75 cm (2-3 feet).
• Sowing: Seeds can be sown directly into the garden after the last frost, or started indoors about 8 weeks before that.
• Soil: They prefer well-drained, fertile soil and full sun to partial shade.
• Germination: Seeds can germinate in 1-3 weeks, and soaking them overnight can speed up the process.
• Uses: Besides their beauty, Four O’Clocks attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making them a good choice for wildlife gardens. They can also be used as a hedge, in mixed borders, or in patio containers.

Growing Tips: Marvel of Peru Mirabilis Jalapa

• Direct Sowing: Sow seeds directly into the garden after the last frost, about 1/4 inch deep.
• Indoor Starting: Start seeds indoors 8 weeks before the last frost.
• Soaking Seeds: Soaking seeds overnight can help speed up germination.
• Sunlight: Four O’Clocks prefer full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
• Watering: They are drought-tolerant but benefit from regular watering, especially during hot, dry periods.
• Soil: They prefer well-drained, fertile soil but can also grow in poor soils.

Grow a vibrant and fragrant garden with our Mirabilis jalapa mixed seeds! Order now and experience the beauty of Four O’Clocks in your own yard.