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People seem to have lots of stories from their childhood about these plants. The blooms open in the late afternoon (hence the name) and kids pick them and suck the nectar from the ends. I think children like the idea that blooms will open while they watch.
Four o'clocks, Marvel of Peru, mirabilis jalapa are the names this hardy plant goes by. I have no idea if they are found in other parts of the world beside the US. Although one of the names suggests they might be in South America.
They are tough enough for the heat of central Texas, grow into big shrubs, and have flowers in several colors, as well as variegated, often on the same bush. Also, they are easy to grow from seed.
Give them a try!
Four o'clocks, Marvel of Peru, mirabilis jalapa are the names this hardy plant goes by. I have no idea if they are found in other parts of the world beside the US. Although one of the names suggests they might be in South America.
They are tough enough for the heat of central Texas, grow into big shrubs, and have flowers in several colors, as well as variegated, often on the same bush. Also, they are easy to grow from seed.
Give them a try!