Four O 'Clock Flower 'Harlequin Mixed'

Mirabilis jalapa 'Harlequin Mixed', also known as Four O'Clock Flower, is an intriguing annual that opens its trumpet-shaped, fragrant flowers in the late afternoon and evening, remaining open until morning. The mixed colours include white, yellow, pink, and red, often with fascinating striped or splashed patterns. Growing to around 60-90cm tall and spreading 30-60cm, it forms a bushy plant. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating some drought. Flowering from mid-summer until the first frosts, its evening bloom is a unique feature, and the flowers are attractive to moths and other nocturnal pollinators.

Sun: Full sun.

Soil: Well-drained.

Hardiness: H2 — down to 1°C.

Flowering: Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.