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Plant Care
Colorado four o'clock
(Mirabilis multiflora glandulosa)
Also Known As
Colorado four o'clock, Multi-flowered marvel of peru, Glandular four o'clock
About This Plant
Mirabilis multiflora glandulosa is a flowering plant species that belongs to the Nyctaginaceae family. It is a herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1.5 feet (45 cm) tall and 2 feet (60 cm) wide. The leaves are green, alternate, and ovate, while the flowers are tubular and come in shades of pink, red, and yellow. It blooms from late spring to early autumn.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Height: 1.5 feet (45 cm) - Width: 2 feet (60 cm)
Light Requirements
The Desert Four O'Clock plant species requires full sun exposure for at least 6 hours per day.
Humidity Needs
It prefers low humidity environments, and high humidity can lead to fungal diseases.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune the plant in early spring to remove any dead or damaged branches and promote new growth.
Common Pests and Diseases
The Desert Four O'Clock plant species is relatively pest-free, but it can attract spider mites and aphids.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor cultivation
Watering Schedule
It has low to moderate watering requirements and can tolerate drought conditions. Water the plant only when the top layer of soil is dry to the touch.
Temperature Range
It thrives in hot and dry climates and can tolerate temperatures as low as 20°F (-6°C).
Growing Season
Late spring to early autumn
Growing Difficulty Level
It is an easy-to-grow plant species that requires minimal care and can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions.
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA hardiness zones 5a to 10b
Did You Know?
The Desert Four O'Clock plant species is known for its fragrant flowers that open in the late afternoon and close in the morning.
