Four O'clock Seed Mix
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early spring, planting just under the surface of the soil; place the four o'clock flower seeds about 6 inches apart. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should occur within 10-14 days. When the seedlings can safely be handled, thin or transplant for wider spacing.
Growing: Water seedlings occasionally until they become established. Mature plants should only need water in dry weather, since they prefer slightly dry soil and tolerate drought well. Keep weeds controlled. Deadheading is not necessary, though occasional pruning can be helpful to growth and appearance. This plant easily reseeds itself, and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.
Harvesting: These blossoms do not perform well as cut flowers, and are best enjoyed outdoors.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, each will produce a large, wrinkled seed. Gather the Mirabilis jalapa seeds as soon as they have ripened to their mature black color. Store in a cool, dry place until planting.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Marvel Of Peru
Latin Name: Mirabilis jalapa
Species Origin: Introduced US Wildflower
Type: Garden Flowers
Life Cycle: Annual, Tender Perennial
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 370
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Mixed, White, Pink, Red, Yellow
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Cut Flowers
Four O'clock Seed Review
I bought two of these packages. One is a gift. I have planted the seeds yet, but I've already had success with a package of Everwilde Farms Four O'clock Seed Mix. The packaging is beautiful. I keep my Everwilde seed packages in a bowl on a coffee table because they are pretty and decorative ... also, it's my reminder to plant them.
Great company and products
Everwilde has great products and reliable service. Their packaging and their online instructions for growing their seeds is also first rate. There are very few types of garden seeds that Everwilde does not have in their inventory.
Great seeds
I've been ordering from Everwilde for over 10 years. The germination rates are always excellent and the shipping is lightening fast!
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early spring, planting just under the surface of the soil; place the four o'clock flower seeds about 6 inches apart. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which should occur within 10-14 days. When the seedlings can safely be handled, thin or transplant for wider spacing.
Growing: Water seedlings occasionally until they become established. Mature plants should only need water in dry weather, since they prefer slightly dry soil and tolerate drought well. Keep weeds controlled. Deadheading is not necessary, though occasional pruning can be helpful to growth and appearance. This plant easily reseeds itself, and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.
Harvesting: These blossoms do not perform well as cut flowers, and are best enjoyed outdoors.
Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, each will produce a large, wrinkled seed. Gather the Mirabilis jalapa seeds as soon as they have ripened to their mature black color. Store in a cool, dry place until planting.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Marvel Of Peru
Latin Name: Mirabilis jalapa
Species Origin: Introduced US Wildflower
Type: Garden Flowers
Life Cycle: Annual, Tender Perennial
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 370
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Mixed, White, Pink, Red, Yellow
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Cut Flowers
Reviews
Review
Four O'clock Seed Review
I bought two of these packages. One is a gift. I have planted the seeds yet, but I've already had success with a package of Everwilde Farms Four O'clock Seed Mix. The packaging is beautiful. I keep my Everwilde seed packages in a bowl on a coffee table because they are pretty and decorative ... also, it's my reminder to plant them.
Review
Great company and products
Everwilde has great products and reliable service. Their packaging and their online instructions for growing their seeds is also first rate. There are very few types of garden seeds that Everwilde does not have in their inventory.
Review
Great seeds
I've been ordering from Everwilde for over 10 years. The germination rates are always excellent and the shipping is lightening fast!