Nature’s Evening Surprise
The Marvel of Peru (Mirabilis jalapa), also known as the Four O’Clock flower, is one of those magical plants that live up to their name. With its brightly colored blossoms that open in the late afternoon and release a sweet fragrance at dusk, it feels like nature’s way of gifting us a surprise at the end of the day.
Native to Peru and other parts of tropical America, the Marvel of Peru has traveled widely, winning hearts across continents. Its ability to thrive in warm climates and bloom generously makes it a common sight in gardens around the world. True to its name, it usually begins to bloom around four o’clock in the afternoon, just when the heat of the day softens into evening.
One of the most delightful qualities of this plant is its variety. The Marvel of Peru produces blossoms in yellow, pink, red, white, and even combinations of these colors on a single plant. Sometimes, one flower may carry stripes or speckles of different shades, making it look hand-painted by nature herself. This unpredictability adds to its charm and keeps gardeners in awe.
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