Mirabilis jalapa (Marvel of Peru)
In China it is known as "purple jasmine" (Chinese: 紫茉莉; pinyin: zǐ mòlì).
Mirabilis jalapa is a shrub-like, erect and spreading, tuberous perennial often grown as an annual, with clusters of fragrant flowers from summer to fall. The trumpet-shaped, tubular blossoms, 2 in. long (5 cm), The flowers usually open from late afternoon or at dusk (namely between 4 and 8 o'clock), giving rise to one of its common names. Flowers then produce a strong, sweet-smelling fragrance throughout the night, They remain open until the following morning.
The blossoms appear in terminal or axillary clusters on erect, branching stems clad with ovate, bright green leaves, to 4 in. long (10 cm).
This old-fashioned garden ornamental is a tender perennial that is killed to the ground by frost, but resprout from its large tuberous roots. Place it along walkways or near patios where the night-blooming flowers and fragrance can be enjoyed.
It arrived in Europe in 1525. Today, it is common in many tropical regions and is also valued in Europe as a (not hardy) ornamental plant. It is the children's state flower of Connecticut under the name of Michaela Petit's Four O'Clocks.
*Grows up to 2-3 ft. tall and wide (60-90 cm). This plant self-seeds freely in optimum growing conditions.
*Performs best in full sun, in moderately fertile, moist,well-drained soils. Shelter from cold, drying winds and provide a dry mulch in winter to protect from excessive winter wet.
*A welcomed addition to Mediterranean gardens, cottage gardens or containers. This sturdy plant can also be used as an annual hedge if planted close together.
*No serious insect or disease problems. Keep an eye out for aphids and slugs.
*Sow seed directly in the garden after last frost date, or start seed indoors 6-8 weeks earlier. Tuberous roots may be dug in fall (like dahlias) and stored overwinter in dry, cool but frost-free conditions.
*Cut back prior to lifting tubers.
*Propagate by seed in early spring, germinate at 55-65°F (13-18°C). Propagate by division of tubers in spring.
*Ingestion may cause severe discomfort
*Native to Tropical America.
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