Four O’Clock Flower Seeds – Fragrant Multi-Color Garden Variety

Overview

Four O’Clock Flower Seeds grow into bushy, easy-to-maintain plants that produce bright, fragrant blooms that open in the late afternoon — hence the name “Four O’Clock”. These colorful flowers appear in shades of red, pink, white, yellow, and even bi-colored varieties.

A favorite for both ornamental and pollinator gardens, Four O’Clocks bloom from summer through fall, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Hardy and drought-tolerant, they thrive in most soil types and are perfect for borders, beds, or patio planters.

Features

• Premium non-GMO Four O’Clock seeds
• Produces fragrant blooms in multiple bright colors
• Perfect for borders, garden beds, and containers
• Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance
• Long-blooming from summer to frost

Specifications

• Common Name (US): Four O’Clock / Marvel of Peru (Mirabilis jalapa)
• Seed Type: Tender perennial (grown as annual), open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Planting Season: Spring after frost danger has passed
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–11 (annual in cooler zones)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; pH 6.0–7.5
• Sowing Method: Sow seeds ¼ inch deep directly outdoors or start indoors 4–6 weeks early
• Germination Time: 7–14 days at 70–80°F
• Days to Maturity: 60–80 days from sowing
• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart
• Plant Height: 18–36 inches tall
• Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once mature
• Bloom Season: Summer through fall (opens in afternoon)
• Yield: Abundant blooms that reseed easily
• Storage: Seeds remain viable for up to 2 years when kept cool and dry