Bouquet of Salmon Sunset Marvel of Peru on a white background.
A close-up of dew covered Salmon Sunset Four O&
A pair of Salmon Sunset Four O&
Salmon Sunset Four O&
Close-up view of Salmon Sunset Four O&
Bouquet of Salmon Sunset Marvel of Peru on a white background.
A close-up of dew covered Salmon Sunset Four O&
A pair of Salmon Sunset Four O&
Salmon Sunset Four O&
Close-up view of Salmon Sunset Four O&

Four O'Clock Seeds,
Salmon Sunset

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Description

Tender Perennial. True salmon-colored trumpets with pale pink star centers on each flower are a sophisticated addition to the garden. Also known as Marvel of Peru, these bloom until frost and will even be hardy in some southern climates.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Mirabilis jalapa
Life Cycle
Tender perennial
Sun Requirement
Full Sun/Part Sun
Days to Germinate
7–14
Days to Maturity
56–70
Planting Depth
⅛ in.
Plant Spacing
12 in.
Ideal Temperature
65–75°F
Frost Hardy
No

Growing Guide

When to Grow

Soak the seeds overnight in warm water, then start them indoors 4 to 6 weeks before your last frost date, or sow outdoors after all chance of frost has passed, where the plants are to bloom. Cover the seeds lightly, about ⅛ inch deep, and expect sprouts in 7 to 14 days. Salmon Sunset is a tender perennial that is not frost hardy, and it blooms until frost, with flowers in about 56 to 70 days.

How to Sow and Plant

  • Seeds germinate in 7-10 days.
  • Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost date or direct seed after all chance of frost has passed.
  • Soak seeds overnight in warm water before sowing.
  • Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.
  • Ideal germination temperature is 70-78 F.

How to Grow

  • Mirabilis produces a large taproot, which makes it a drought-tolerant plant. However, it will bloom more profusely when given more water.
  • Plants prefer full sun to part shade and well-drained soil.
  • Space plants 18-24 inches apart.

PESTS/SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • Mirabilis is considered a pest-free plant that is also deer resistant.
  • The blooms are attractive to a wide range of beneficial insects as well!

How to Save Seeds

  • Mirabilis readily reseed in the garden, but you can save seeds for next year's planting as well.
  • Perennial in frost-free zones, plants produce tubers similar to dahlias, which can be lifted and saved overwinter in the north.
  • Flowers are perfect and self-pollinating but are cross-pollinated by insects. To save seed, simply pick the large, black seed pods from the spent flower heads and allow to dry out of direct sunlight for 7 days. Store in a cool, dry, dark location.

FAQ

Do Salmon Sunset seeds need soaking?

Yes. Soak the seeds overnight in warm water before sowing.

Will Salmon Sunset come back next year?

Plants will generally re-seed themselves and provide blooms every summer, and they are perennial in frost-free zones, hardy in some southern climates. In the north, plants produce tubers similar to dahlias, which can be lifted and saved over winter.

Do pests or deer bother Salmon Sunset?

Mirabilis is considered a pest-free plant that is also deer resistant. The blooms are attractive to a wide range of beneficial insects as well.

Customer reviews

4.7 / 5 28 Reviews

What gardeners are saying

  • Vivid salmon blooms: Matches the photo; the flowers open toward evening.

  • Blooms until frost: Nonstop flowers from midsummer into October.

  • Easy from seed: Nearly every seed comes up, often within a week.

  • Shrugs off heat: Drought and heat tolerant, even in hot, humid summers.

  • Self-seeds freely: Drops seed freely; collect the pods to limit volunteers.

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