Mirabilis multiflora - Colorado Four O'clock, Giant Four O'clock (Plant) Annual dry conditions and tolerates a

dry conditions and tolerates a variety of soil types

attractive bark and fern-like foliage makes this an especially attractive tree in the landscape

This uncommon sunflower blooms in the shade

Forms clumps that can be divided

the authors discuss the dominant vegetation types

Mirabilis multiflora - Colorado Four O'clock, Giant Four O'clock (Plant) Annual dry conditions and tolerates aThis colorful perennial is known as "Four O'Clock" because its large pink flowers open in the afternoon (and on cloudy mornings) for night time pollinators, such as hawkmoths. Plant Characteristics Family Name Nyctaginaceae Species Name Mirabilis multiflora Common Name Colorado Four O'clock, Giant Four O'clock Plant Type Perennial Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Coast Part Sun, Inland Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining