Mirabilis Jalapa

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Pack Size: 2 Bulbs

2 Bulbs

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Product Description

Mirabilis Jalapa

Introducing Mirabilis Jalapa, commonly known as Four O'Clocks or Marvel of Peru. This showy tender perennial features flowers in a vibrant array of colors including pink, rose, red, magenta, yellow, and white, often with interesting mottling or striping, which open late in the afternoon. With ovate, dark green leaves, these plants are excellent for attracting hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden and are typically grown as an annual in most climates. The bulbs are grown by top Dutch and British growers to the highest standards and packed in Scotland by Jamieson Brothers.

Specs & Details

Established height: 60-90cm
Established spread: 20-30cm
Plant spacing: 16 bulbs per m²
Life cycle: Annual
Habit: Upright

Features

Perfect for Pots
Thrives Full Sun

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FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

When should I plant Mirabilis tubers in the UK?

Plant Mirabilis tubers in spring, once the risk of frost has passed. They need warm soil and summer weather to grow strongly, so starting them in pots under cover can give them an earlier start.

Why do Mirabilis flowers only open in the evening?

Mirabilis is often called the four o’clock flower because its trumpet-shaped blooms open in the late afternoon or evening and close again by morning. It is normal for the plant to look as though it has no open flowers during the day.

Where is the best place to grow Mirabilis?

Plant Mirabilis in full sun, in moderately fertile soil that is moist but well-drained. Choose a warm, sheltered position away from cold, drying winds for the strongest growth and best flower display.

Why is my Mirabilis not flowering?

Mirabilis needs warmth and full sun to flower well. A cool, shaded position, wet soil or a late start to the growing season can delay blooms. Keep plants watered in dry weather but do not allow the tubers to sit in waterlogged soil.

Will Mirabilis come back every year in the UK?

Mirabilis is a tender tuberous perennial, so it may not survive a UK winter outdoors. In mild, sheltered gardens protect it with a dry mulch, but the most reliable option is to grow it in a pot or lift the tubers and store them frost-free over winter.