Mirabilis jalapa 'Salmon Sunset'
Also Known As
- Salmon Sunset Four O'Clock
Plant type
perennial, annual / biennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Mirabilis jalapa 'Salmon Sunset' plant details
Mirabilis jalapa 'Salmon Sunset' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial or perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer salmon flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mirabilis jalapa 'Salmon Sunset'
- Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: nyctaginaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 0 - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: salmon blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, evening garden, floriferous, fragrant, long-blooming, self-sowing, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mirabilis jalapa 'Salmon Sunset'
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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Gardening facts about Mirabilis jalapa 'Salmon Sunset' plant
How to Grow Mirabilis jalapa 'Salmon Sunset'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- salmon
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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