Marvel Of Peru Seeds - Flower Plant

Marvel of Peru, botanically known as Mirabilis jalapa, is a fast-growing ornamental plant valued for its colorful, trumpet-shaped flowers that open in the late afternoon and remain fragrant through the night. Native to tropical regions of Central and South America, it develops a bushy, upright habit with branching stems and can be grown as an annual or perennial depending on climate. The plant thrives in warm conditions with full sun and well-drained soil, and it adapts well to garden beds, borders, and containers. Seeds germinate readily in warm soil and may benefit from soaking before planting due to their hard outer coating.

Features

• Bushy, fast-growing plant with upright branching habit
• Produces fragrant flowers that open in the evening
• Available in mixed colors including pink, yellow, white, and red
• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and container planting
• Adapts well to warm climates and well-drained soils

Specifications

• Scientific name: Mirabilis jalapa
• Common name (US): Four O’Clock Flower
• Seed type / variety: Mixed colors
• Growth habit: Bushy, upright perennial (often grown as annual)
• USDA zones: 7-10
• Planting season: Spring
• Growing season: Summer to fall
• Sowing Season:
  • Spring: February to May
• Germination time and conditions: 7-14 days at ~18-25°C; soaking improves germination
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering needs: Moderate, allow slight drying between watering
• Mature plant size: 60-120 cm height, 30-60 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 45-60 cm between plants