Mirabilis jalapa 'Limelight'
Also Known As
- Limelight Four O'Clock
Plant type
perennial, annual / biennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Mirabilis jalapa 'Limelight' plant details
Mirabilis jalapa 'Limelight' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial or perennial bulb / corm / tuber with chartreuse and green foliage. In fall and summer pink 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 'Limelight'
- Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: nyctaginaceae
- Foliage: deciduous chartreuse and green
- Mature size: 0 - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, evening garden, floriferous, fragrant, heirloom, long-blooming, self-sowing, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mirabilis jalapa 'Limelight'
- 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 'Limelight' plant
How to Grow Mirabilis jalapa 'Limelight'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- chartreuse
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly sun
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Size
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