How to Grow Four O'Clock Flowers Annual, Mirabilis Jalapa Four
O'Clocks were one of my Grandfather's favorites. He enjoyed the
bright trumpet shaped flowers. Four O'Clocks got their name
because it opens in mid-afternoon. It remains open overnight,
and closes in early morning. They will also remain open on
cloudy days. They are also noted for their strong, Native to
tropical areas of North and South America, they are also called
"Marvel of Peru". Four O'Clocks are actually perennials that are
grown as annuals, in most areas of the U.S. The bushy plants
make attractive hedge or border. Flower colors include white,
red, pink, yellow, and some two-toned blooms. Because the
flowers are open during the evening, we recommend you place them
in areas where people will see them in late afternoon to early
evening hours. Night Bloomers: How many flowers do you know of
are open in the evening? Four O'Clock are typically grown from
large seeds, making them easy to plant. Four O'Clock seeds
germinate quickly, and grow fast