4′ O Clock , Mirabilis Jalapa, Seeds (White)گلِ عباسی

4′ O Clock (Mirabilis Jalapa), commonly known as گلِ عباسی, is a charming and fragrant flowering plant that opens its delicate blooms in the late afternoon. This white-flowered variety adds elegance and purity to any garden, blooming daily from spring to early winter. Perfect for Pakistan’s climate, it’s an easy-to-grow, low-maintenance plant that thrives in both pots and open soil.

Benefits:

• Produces beautiful white, fragrant flowers that bloom every evening.

• Ideal for borders, flower beds, and containers.

• Attracts butterflies and adds evening beauty to your garden.

• Grows well in Pakistan’s warm and dry conditions.

• Long blooming season and easy to maintain.

Growing Instructions (From Seeds in Pakistan):

1. Sowing Time:
   Best sowing months: February to April and August to October.

2. Seed Preparation:
   Soak seeds in water for 4–6 hours before planting to enhance germination.

3. Soil Requirements:
   Use fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost or organic matter.

4. Sowing Method:

   • Sow seeds ½ inch deep directly in the ground or in pots.

   • Maintain 12–18 inches spacing between plants for healthy growth.

5. Sunlight:
   Prefers full sunlight to partial shade (4–6 hours of light daily).

6. Watering:
   Water regularly but do not overwater. Allow the top soil to dry slightly between waterings.

7. Germination Time:
   Seeds germinate within 7–14 days under warm conditions.

8. Maintenance:

   • Remove dried flowers to promote new blooms.

   • Apply a balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks for better flowering.

9. Blooming Season:
   Blooms appear from spring till early winter, opening around 4 PM daily and closing by morning.