Mixed annual flowers with evening opening blooms
four o'clock seeds are a classic choice for gardeners who want lively, mixed-color flowers that open later in the day. This mix is also known as mirabilis jalapa seeds and is valued for its distinctive habit and reliable seasonal display. The plants form a bushy, upright shape and reach around 60 cm in height, making them suitable as summer flowering bedding plants in many garden styles. Flowers open in the afternoon and can be noticeably fragrant, adding interest to patios, paths, and seating areas during the evening hours.
Ideal for borders, groups, and bedding displays
These four oclock mixed flower seeds are commonly used as annual flower seeds for borders, where they look best planted in groups for a fuller effect. The mixed shades create a varied look across beds, and the evening-opening blooms add a different rhythm to the garden compared with daytime-flowering annuals. For planning your layout, a plant spacing of about 35 x 35 cm helps give each plant room to develop its natural, rounded form without crowding.
Plant profile and garden placement notes
Botanical name: Mirabilis jalapa.
Lifecycle: annual.
Preferred position: a sunny spot.
Typical height: about 60 cm.
Common name reference: often called marvel of peru seeds in garden contexts.
This variety is well suited to mixed beds and borders where you want color through the summer flowering season without relying on a single bloom time.