Grow the charming Mirabilis Flower Seeds, perfect for gardeners seeking compact, colorful blooms that brighten any garden space. This hardy, low-maintenance plant is ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers. Known as “Four O’Clocks,” Mirabilis produces vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers that open in the late afternoon, adding a unique touch to your home garden.
Features:
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Produces colorful, trumpet-shaped flowers in various shades
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Compact growth habit, perfect for small spaces and container planting
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Hardy and low-maintenance plant
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Ideal for garden beds, borders, and patios
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Adds unique seasonal color and attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
Specifications:
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Type: Annual flowering plant
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Height: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
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Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
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Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Germination: 10–14 days under optimal conditions
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost danger has passed.
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Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in moist, well-draining soil.
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Maintain soil temperature around 65–70°F (18–21°C) for best germination.
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Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings emerge.
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Thin or transplant seedlings, spacing 12–18 inches apart.
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Water moderately, ensuring soil remains moist but not waterlogged.
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Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and maintain plant health.
