Fragrant Blooms

How to Grow

Mirabilis Jalapa wild flower seeds may be sown directly into the garden in the spring in warm areas. In other areas with a late spring, start the Four O'Clock seeds indoors about eight weeks before the final frost date for transplanting. The seedlings may be set in the garden at about the same time you would plant tomatoes. Allow about 12 inches between plants. Mirabilis roots are tuberous and can be divided in early spring. Some gardeners will store the tubers indoors over the winter and then plant again in the spring.

• Environment: full sun to partial shade
• Soil: well-drained w' pH 6.2-7.2
• Sowing rate: 2 seeds per plant

Plant Specifications

Four O'Clock is a perennial flowering plant that grows in USDA zones 8 through 10. This is fast-growing plant that features oval lance-shaped leaves and trumped-shaped, fragrant flowers.

• Bloom color: mix
• Bloom season: summer
• Plant height: 18-36 inches

Four O'Clock (Mirabilis Jalapa Mix) - Four O'Clocks are a fast growing bushy plant which are easy to grow from wildflower seed. They grow to about 36 inches with oval lance shaped leaves and trumpet shaped, fragrant flowers. Flowers may be shades of red, pink, yellow, white or striped. Mirabilis Jalapa is a wonderful addition to an evening garden. The blooms open in the afternoon, thus the common name "Four O'Clock." Even one flower opening releases a rich fragrance. They are a wonderful garden addition!

Four O'Clock plants thrive in all zones, blooming all summer long. Mirabilis Jalapa Four O'Clock thrive in ordinary soil in full sun or partial shade, sending up numerous volunteer seedlings every year (even in cold parts of the country.)

Mirabilis Jalapa wild flower seeds may be sown directly into the garden in the spring in warm areas. In other areas with a late spring, start the Four O'Clock seeds indoors about eight weeks before the final frost date for transplanting. The seedlings may be set in the garden at about the same time you would plant tomatoes. Allow about 12 inches between plants. Mirabilis roots are tuberous and can be divided in early spring. Some gardeners will store the tubers indoors over the winter and then plant again in the spring.

Caution: These flower seeds are poisonous.

Four O'Clock (Mirabilis Jalapa Pink) - The hummingbirds will love your garden when you grow these fragrant flowers from Four O'Clock seeds! These old-fashioned favorites have a bright trumpet shaped flower that is very distinctive. The plants got their name because they open in mid-afternoon. Its blooms will remain open overnight, and close in early morning. Generally, the flowers will remain open on cloudy days as well.

Caution: This flower seed is poisonous.

Four O'Clock seed | pink

How to grow

How To Grow Four O'Clock From Seed: Mirabilis Jalapa seeds may be sown directly into the garden in the spring in warm areas. In cooler areas with a late spring, start the flower seeds indoors about eight weeks before the final frost date for transplanting outdoors at a later time.

Four O'Clocks may be set in the garden at about the same time you would plant tomatoes. Allow about 12 inches between the plants. Mirabilis roots are tuberous and can be divided in early spring. Some gardeners will store the tubers indoors over the winter and then plant again in the spring.

• Sowing Rate: 1 pound per 1,000 square feet or 2 seeds per plant
• Average Germ Time: 10 - 14 days
• Keep moist until germination
• Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds
• Depth: 1/4 inch

Flower Specifications

Native to tropical areas of North and South America they prefer warm climates. Four O'Clocks are actually perennials, but are grown as annuals in most of the heavy frost areas of the U.S. The bushy plants make an attractive hedge or border. Because the flowers are open during the evening, we recommend you place them in areas where people will see them in early evening hours.

• Height: 18 - 36 inches
• USDA Zones: 8 - 10
• Season: Perennial
• Deer Resistant: Yes

Four O'Clock (Mirabilis Jalapa Red) - The Four O'Clock plant gets its name because the red, trumpet-like flowers open in the later afternoon. Easy-to-grow from Mirabilis Jalapa seeds, this shrub-like plant can reach 18 - 36 inches in height and nearly that in width.

Caution: The flower seeds are poisonous.

Four O'Clock seed | red

How to grow

How To Grow Four O'Clock From Seed: Mirabilis Jalapa can be grown very easily from flower seed, but need to be provided with warm soil in order to germinate. They will germinate best between 65 - 75F in just 10 - 14 days if the flower seeds are kept moist.

If directly planting outdoors, Four O'Clock flower seeds should be planted in late spring or early summer. In cooler areas with a late spring, start the seeds indoors about eight weeks before the final frost date for transplanting outdoors at a later time.

• Sowing Rate: 1 pound per 1,000 square feet or 2 seeds per plant
• Average Germ Time: 10 - 14 days
• Keep moist until germination
• Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds
• Depth: 1/4 inch

Flower Specifications

This Mirabilis Jalapa Four O'Clock grows best in full sun, but will tolerate light shade if necessary. It needs to be watered regularly and should ideally have a fertile soil. The plants will bloom all summer long.

• Height: 18 - 36 inches
• USDA Zones: 8 - 10
• Season: Perennial
• Deer Resistant: Yes

Four O'Clock (Mirabilis Jalapa Yellow) - Hummingbirds will visit the garden all summer long! This sweetly scented perennial grows easily from Mirabilis Jalapa flower seeds and the hummingbirds love it. The plants are leafy, shrub-like, multi-branched tender perennials that typically grow 18 - 36 inches tall and just as wide.

Caution: These flower seeds are poisonous.

Four O'Clock seed | yellow

How to grow

How To Grow Four O'Clock From Seed: Mirabilis Jalapa flower seeds may be sown directly into the garden in the spring in warm areas. In other areas with a late spring, start the flower seeds indoors about eight weeks before the final frost date for transplanting.

Four O'Clocks may be set in the garden at about the same time you would plant tomatoes. Allow about 12 inches between the plants. Mirabilis roots are tuberous and can be divided in early spring. Some gardeners will store the tubers indoors over the winter and then plant again in the spring.

• Sowing Rate: 1 pounds per 1,000 square feet or 2 seeds per plant
• Average Germ Time: 10 - 14 days
• Keep moist until germination
• Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds
• Depth: 1/4 inch

Flower Specifications

The Four O'Clock flowers are about an inch across at the end and about two inches long. On a sunny day, the flowers open in the late afternoon and wilt the next morning. If it is cloudy, the flowers may be open all day long.

• Height: 18 - 36 inches
• USDA Zones: 8 - 10
• Season: Perennial
• Deer Resistant: Yes

Four O'Clock (Mirabilis Jalapa Marbles Mix) - Also known as Four O'Clocks, this old-fashioned garden favorite has been upgraded with this Marble Mix. It is a formula mixture of striped and bicolored flower that make a striking display. The fragrant flowers open in late afternoon, and keep on flowering until the next morning. Just sit out on your patio or deck and enjoy its sweet evening perfume. The scented flowers attract hummingbirds by day and moths by night.

Four O'Clock plants thrive in all zones, blooming all summer long. Mirabilis Jalapa Four O'Clock thrive in ordinary soil in full sun or partial shade, sending up numerous volunteer seedlings every year (even in cold parts of the country.)

Mirabilis Jalapa wild flower seeds may be sown directly into the garden in the spring in warm areas. In other areas with a late spring, start the Four O'Clock seeds indoors about eight weeks before the final frost date for transplanting. The seedlings may be set in the garden at about the same time you would plant tomatoes. Allow about 12 inches between plants. Mirabilis roots are tuberous and can be divided in early spring. Some gardeners will store the tubers indoors over the winter and then plant again in the spring.

Caution: These flower seeds are poisonous.

Four O'Clock (Mirabilis Jalapa Marbles White Red) - Also known as Four O'Clocks, this old-fashioned garden favorite has been upgraded with this Marble variety. Brilliant white flowers striped carmine red make for a bold contrast. The bushy and vigorous 24 - 36 inches tall plants begin to bloom in midsummer and continue to flower until frost. The fragrant flowers open in late afternoon, and keep on flowering until the next morning. Just sit out on your patio or deck and enjoy its sweet evening perfume. The scented flowers attract hummingbirds by day and moths by night.

Four O'Clock plants thrive in all zones, blooming all summer long. Mirabilis Jalapa Four O'Clock thrive in ordinary soil in full sun or partial shade, sending up numerous volunteer seedlings every year (even in cold parts of the country.)

Mirabilis Jalapa wild flower seeds may be sown directly into the garden in the spring in warm areas. In other areas with a late spring, start the Four O'Clock seeds indoors about eight weeks before the final frost date for transplanting. The seedlings may be set in the garden at about the same time you would plant tomatoes. Allow about 12 inches between plants. Mirabilis roots are tuberous and can be divided in early spring. Some gardeners will store the tubers indoors over the winter and then plant again in the spring.

Caution: These flower seeds are poisonous.

Four O'Clock (Mirabilis Jalapa Marbles Yellow Red) - Also known as Four O'Clocks, this old-fashioned garden favorite has been upgraded with this Marble variety. Soft orange-yellow fragrant flowers are flecked and striped carmine red. The bushy and vigorous 24 - 36 inches tall plants begin to bloom in midsummer and continue to flower until frost. The fragrant flowers open in late afternoon, and keep on flowering until the next morning. Just sit out on your patio or deck and enjoy its sweet evening perfume. The scented flowers attract hummingbirds by day and moths by night.

Four O'Clock plants thrive in all zones, blooming all summer long. Mirabilis Jalapa Four O'Clock thrive in ordinary soil in full sun or partial shade, sending up numerous volunteer seedlings every year (even in cold parts of the country.)

Mirabilis Jalapa wild flower seeds may be sown directly into the garden in the spring in warm areas. In other areas with a late spring, start the Four O'Clock seeds indoors about eight weeks before the final frost date for transplanting. The seedlings may be set in the garden at about the same time you would plant tomatoes. Allow about 12 inches between plants. Mirabilis roots are tuberous and can be divided in early spring. Some gardeners will store the tubers indoors over the winter and then plant again in the spring.

Caution: These flower seeds are poisonous.