Mirabilis jalapa (four o'clocks) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer. This herbaceous perennial is upright and has faded green foliage that is matte and medium textured.
Typical Uses
Annual, bedding plant, border and tropical.
Special Characteristics
This herbaceous perennial attracts birds, hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions
The growth rate of Mirabilis jalapa (four o'clocks) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Mirabilis jalapa (four o'clocks) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
