Mirabilis jalapa [orange form]
Also Known As
- Beauty of the Night
- Marvel of Peru
- Orange Four O'Clock
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Mirabilis jalapa [orange form] plant details
Mirabilis jalapa [orange form] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mirabilis jalapa [orange form]
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: nyctaginaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in summer
- Uses: easy-to-grow, evening garden, fragrant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mirabilis jalapa [orange form]
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
Gardening facts about Mirabilis jalapa [orange form] plant
How to Grow Mirabilis jalapa [orange form]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly sun
- drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
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Size
Height: 18"-30"
Width: 18"-30"
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'
- sun
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-11
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
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