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    Mirabilis multiflora

    Also Known As

    • Mirabilis glandulosa
    • Colorado Four O'clock
    • Showy 4 O’clock

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 2'
    • W: 4'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Mirabilis multiflora plant details

    Mirabilis multiflora is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer magenta, pink and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and lean soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Mirabilis multiflora

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: nyctaginaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 4 FT wide, 2 FT tall
    Flowers: magenta, pink and purple blooms in summer
    Uses: xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Mirabilis multiflora

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
    Soil needs: average and lean

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    An incredible plant from the western U.S. It's hard to believe it's not more widely grown, large mounds of attractive leathery leaves and brilliant magenta to violet funnel-form flowers, which are produced for many months. It may take a couple of years to settle in, but once established it's amazing. ZONE 5

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    A late afternoon show-stopper! In the heat of Summer, at the hour of their name, this Southern Californian & Southwestern native unfurls hundreds of magenta to pink trumpets. Unlike the 4 o’clocks to which we are accustomed, this is NOT INVASIVE. It is, however, a tough one! Roots are tuberous & go deep, allowing this plant to survive in bad soil and in drought & heat. Grows to 2’ high & 4’ wide & is deciduous in Winter. Bloom season is April-September. No supplemental water is needed once established!

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Mirabilis multiflora plant

    How to Grow Mirabilis multiflora

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • lean

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • purple
      • magenta

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Mirabilis albida

    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
    Photo of Mirabilis albida flower, foliage, form by Stan Shebs
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    Mirabilis laevis var. villosa

    aka Wishbone Bush

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    8b-10b

    Size

    Height: 18"-30"

    Width: 18"-30"

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Mirabilis laevis var. villosa flower, foliage, form by Stan Shebs
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    Mirabilis oxybaphoides

    aka Allioniella oxybaphoides, Quamoclidon oxybaphoides

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-11

    Size

    Height: 1'-3'

    Width: 3'-5'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • drought tolerant
    Photo of Mirabilis oxybaphoides foliage, form by Stan Shebs
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    Mirabilis longiflora

    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
    Photo of Mirabilis longiflora flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Mirabilis jalapa [yellow form]

    aka Mirabilis jalapa 'Yellow', Beauty of the Night, Marvel of Peru, Yellow Four O'Clock

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    8b-11

    Size

    Height: 2'-4'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Mirabilis jalapa [yellow form] flower by Almost Eden
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