Plant family: Nyctaginaceae

Genus:Mirabilis

Species: jalapa

2 G

Plant type: Annual / Perennial

Colors: Pink, Yellow, Red, White

Bloom time: Mid-summer - frost

Height: 36" - 48"

Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade.

Soil needs: Average to rich, well drained, rich soil with a ph of 6.1 - 7.8.

Care: Plant established plants 6" - 12" apart. Root stimulator will encourage quicker rooting and stronger root system. Use a slow release fertilizer at planting time or begin using water-soluble fertilizer at planting time and continue to use every 3 weeks throughout the growing season. Apply 3 inches of vegetative mulch around plants in summer to help retain soil moisture, prevent self seeding, and prevent disease. Dead head to prevent self seeding. Remove after first frost.

Good companions: Lamb's ear, Petunia's, Mealy Cup Sage

Propagation: Sow directly to the garden after last frost or sow indoors 6 - 8 weeks prior to last frost. Sprinkle seeds over soil mix and lightly cover. Thoroughly moisten soil and keep moist throughout germination. Soil should not be soggy.  Transplant to garden when all danger of frost is gone. Tubers can be dug and stored.