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Four OClock - Marvel of Peru
The 2 inch long, 1 inch wide tubular shaped flowers appear in colors of crimson, red, scarlet, white, pink, and yellow. They also tolerate a wide range of soils but they prefer a sandy well drained location. Water frequently for best results. Four O'clock grows and flowers almost anywhere including hot, windy spots. The Four O'clock Marvel of Peru, 'Mirabilis jalapa', has flowers that often open after 4 pm for late day drama. Marvel of Perus are excellent for pots or large tubs, and they make an great annual hedge. They are lightly fragrant. The Marvel of Peru blooms in summer through fall. Four O'clocks prefer full sun but will tolerate light shade. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date. ... additional information
Immortelle - Double Mix The Double Mix Immortelle prefers full sun and any well drained garden soil. They are easy to grow and exhibit silvery foliage. The Immortelle is excellent for cut flowers, flower borders, or in wildflower plantings. They do well in dry, infertile soils. The Immortelle begins to bloom in early summer and continues through summer. They are essential for dried flowers bouquets and wreaths. The Immortelle Double Mix, 'Xeranthemum annuum', provides shaggy everlasting daisies on long stems. The full, 1 to 2 inch wide fully double daisies, range in color from shades of pink, white, and purplish/wine. Plant in the early spring, 2 to 3 weeks before the last spring frost. |
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