Description
Add vibrant color and evening fragrance to your garden with Four O'Clock Seeds (Marvel of Peru Formula Mix). This beautiful heirloom flower produces trumpet-shaped blooms in a stunning blend of colors, including pink, red, yellow, white, and mixed shades.
Named “Four O’Clocks” because the flowers often open in the late afternoon and evening, these charming plants fill the garden with sweet fragrance when many other flowers begin to fade. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, containers, and pollinator-friendly landscapes, Four O’Clocks are easy to grow and provide continuous summer blooms.
This versatile flowering plant is a favorite among gardeners looking for low-maintenance beauty, vibrant colors, and evening garden interest.
🌿 Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Mirabilis jalapa
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Common Name: Four O'Clock Flower, Marvel of Peru
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Plant Type: Perennial in warm climates / Annual in colder regions
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Bloom Colors: Mixed (Pink, Red, Yellow, White & Bi-Colors)
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Plant Height: 2–3 feet
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Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
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Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Bloom Season: Summer to Fall
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Fragrance: Sweet evening scent
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Uses: Borders, containers, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens
🌸 Why Grow Four O'Clock Marvel of Peru Seeds?
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Colorful Flower Mix: Produces a beautiful variety of bright blooms.
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Evening Blooms: Flowers open in the afternoon and release a sweet fragrance.
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Easy to Grow: Great for beginners and low-maintenance gardens.
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts butterflies, bees, and beneficial insects.
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Versatile Planting: Perfect for beds, borders, containers, and patios.
🌿 Growing Tips
- Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost or direct sow after frost danger passes.
- Soak seeds overnight before planting to encourage faster germination.
- Plant seeds about ¼ inch deep in warm, well-draining soil.
- Keep soil evenly moist until seedlings establish.
- Space plants 12–18 inches apart for healthy growth.
- Remove faded flowers to encourage more blooms.
Germination: Approximately 10 - 20 days under ideal conditions.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why are Four O'Clock flowers called Four O'Clocks?
They are named because the blooms often open in the late afternoon and remain open through the evening.
Are Four O'Clock flowers annual or perennial?
They are perennial in warm climates but are commonly grown as annuals in colder regions.
Can Four O'Clocks grow in containers?
Yes! They grow well in large pots and containers with good drainage.
Do Four O'Clock flowers have a fragrance?
Yes. Their sweet fragrance is strongest in the evening when flowers open.
Where to Buy Four O'Clock Seeds for Sale?
At Seed World, we offer fresh Four O'Clock Marvel of Peru Formula Mix Seeds with fast U.S. shipping. Grow colorful, fragrant flowers that bring beauty and charm to your garden throughout the summer.
