Marvel of Peru
Mirabilis jalapa
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Marvel of Peru is a tender perennial with tuberous roots and fragrant flowers that open in late afternoon, displaying striking color combinations of red, pink, yellow, and white often on the same plant. It's grown as an annual in cooler climates and prized for its unusual blooming habit and vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mexico
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Marvel of Peru is a tender perennial with tuberous roots and fragrant flowers that open in late afternoon, displaying striking color combinations of red, pink, yellow, and white often on the same plant. It's grown as an annual in cooler climates and prized for its unusual blooming habit and vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Marvel of Peru grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mexico
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation