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Four O'Clock Seeds - Red
1/4 LB
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7.49
1 LB
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19.99
SEASON
Perennial
USDA ZONES
8 - 10
HEIGHT
18 - 36 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Spring and summer
BLOOM COLOR
Red
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 6.2 - 7.2
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
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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.MORE FOUR O'CLOCK OPTIONS
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TEMPERATURE
65 - 75F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
10 - 14 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
1/4 inch
SOWING RATE
1 pound per 1,000 square feet or 2 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
12 - 24 inches
Transform your garden with Outsidepride Four O'Clock (Mirabilis Jalapa) Seeds! These stunning perennials (USDA Zones 8-10) burst into fragrant, trumpet-shaped blooms all summer long, opening each afternoon in vibrant shades. Growing 18-36 inches tall, they thrive in full sun to partial shade, attracting hummingbirds and pollinators. Easy to grow and truly captivating—plant once, enjoy for seasons! Available in 5 different packaging sizes to suit your gardening needs.
Vibrant Color Range
Our 4 o'clock flower seeds showcase vibrant, ever-changing colors due to unique genetics, pH sensitivity, and “jumping genes.” This allows blooms in red, pink, yellow, white, or striped patterns—even on the same plant—creating a dynamic garden display!
Night-Blooming Beauty
As daylight fades, these perennial flower seeds unfurl their fragrant, trumpet-shaped blooms, filling the night air with sweetness. Opening in response to cooler temperatures and moonlight, they attract nocturnal pollinators, making evenings enchanting.
Fragrant Blooms
These perennials release a rich, sweet fragrance at night, thanks to natural essential oils and volatile compounds. As the blooms open, their scent intensifies, attracting nocturnal pollinators and filling evening gardens with a captivating aroma.
Tolerant to Heat and Drought
Our wildflower seeds thrive in heat and drought thanks to their deep tuberous roots, which store water and nutrients. Their efficient water use helps them stay lush in dry conditions, making them a hardy, low-maintenance choice for warm climates.
Our perennial four o'clock flower seeds come in two stunning variants: the Jalapa Mix, with classic solid blooms in white, pink, yellow, red, and mixed shades, and the Marble Mix, featuring bold striped and bi-colored flowers like Salmon Sunset, White-Red, and Yellow-Red. These heat and drought-tolerant flowers bloom in the evening, releasing a sweet fragrance that attracts pollinators. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, they bring vibrant color, scent, and resilience to any garden!
Our 4 Oclock Flower seeds bloom in stunning solid and bi-colored shades, including white, pink, yellow, red, Salmon Sunset, and striped mixes. Their height varies from 18 to 36 inches, creating a lush, bushy display. Blooming all summer long, these fragrant flowers open in the late afternoon and last until morning, attracting hummingbirds and moths. With their vibrant colors and evening fragrance, they make a perfect addition to any garden, thriving in warm climates.
Planting Four O’Clocks is simple and rewarding! Sow seeds directly into the garden in spring after the last frost, or start indoors 6-8 weeks earlier for an early bloom. Space plants 12 inches apart in full sun to partial shade. These hardy flowers thrive in ordinary, well-draining soil and require minimal watering once established. As they bloom in the evening, their sweet fragrance attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and moths, making them a perfect pollinator-friendly addition to any garden!
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.
Common Questions
Q
Do hummingbirds like four o’clock flowers?
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Yes, hummingbirds enjoy four o'clock flowers. They will attract them in the late afternoon/evening when the flowers open.
Q
Can I plant four o’clocks in pots?
A
While four o'clocks can be grown in containers, they are very large plants so you will need to opt for a large barrel or oversized container to accommodate them as they grow.
Q
What companion plants are good for four o’clock flowers?
A
The best companion plants for four o'clock plants include summer phlox, zinnias, and morning glorys.
Q
Are pollinators attracted to four o’clock flowers?
A
Yes, bees, butterflies and hummingbirds all like the four o'clock flowers.
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