3 Mirabilis jalapa Mixed 4 O' Clock flower Gardening Roots
The common garden variety Four O' Clock (Mirabilis Jalapa) is also known as Marvels of Peru. Four o' clock received its name because of its habit of opening in the late afternoon. It is not actually the time of day that causes the flowers to open, but the drop in temperature. The flowers close the next morning, except on dull, cloudy days.
An old fashioned favorite, four o-clocks are a fast growing bush plant. They grow to about 36" with oval lance shaped leaves and trumpet shaped, fragrant flowers. Flowers may be shades of red, pink, yellow, white or striped. Mirabilis is a wonderful addition to an evening garden. Once even one flower opens, a rich fragrance is released into the surrounding air.
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The Roots
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| Height: | 60cm |
| Planting Time: | Jan - June |
| Flowering Time: | July - November |
Plant 10cm deep 20cm apart 25 per sq metre.
