![Photo of Mirabilis jalapa [white form] flower by Almost Eden](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/69/f8/69f8afeb9697ec120e7d791a48265d3b.webp)
Photo by Almost Eden
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Mirabilis jalapa [white form]
Also Known As
- Mirabilis jalapa 'White'
- Beauty of the Night
- Marvel of Peru
- White Four O'Clock
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Mirabilis jalapa [white form] plant details
Mirabilis jalapa [white form] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mirabilis jalapa [white form]
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: nyctaginaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: easy-to-grow, evening garden, floriferous, fragrant, heirloom, self-sowing, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mirabilis jalapa [white form]
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
Garden photo gallery of Mirabilis jalapa [white form]
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![Photo of Mirabilis jalapa [white form] flower, foliage, form by Almost Eden](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/0f/1a/0f1a2908a4f83b99bd6ce145ad660aa0.webp)
Gardening facts about Mirabilis jalapa [white form] plant
How to Grow Mirabilis jalapa [white form]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
See other plant types of Mirabilis for your garden
aka Mountain Four O'clock, Pale Umbrella Wort, White Four O'clock
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly sun
- drought tolerant
aka Wishbone Bush
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 18"-30"
Width: 18"-30"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Mirabilis glandulosa, Colorado Four O'clock, Showy 4 O’clock
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 2'
Width: 4'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Allioniella oxybaphoides, Quamoclidon oxybaphoides
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-11
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- drought tolerant
aka Mirabilis longiflora 'Fairy Trumpets', Mirabilis longiflora 'Four O'Clock 'Fairy Trumpets', Angels Trumpets, Fairy Trumpets, Fairy Trumpets Four O'Clock, Wild Four O'Clock
Plant Type
Perennial, Annual / Biennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - bright shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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