How much sun does Winged Four O'clock need?

Winged Four O'clock grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Winged Four O'clock bloom?

Winged Four O'clock blooms in June, July, August, and September.

Where is Winged Four O'clock native?

Winged Four O'clock (Mirabilis alipes) is native to CA, CO, NV, UT, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Winged Four O'clock attract?

Winged Four O'clock draws moths and bees.

Is Winged Four O'clock HOA-friendly?

Winged Four O'clock is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Winged Four O'clock

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Mirabilis alipes

Last reviewed: August 2026

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

8"–24" H × 8"–24" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

CA, CO, NV, UT

Pollinators

moths, bees

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Central Basin and Range Mojave Basin and Range North American Deserts

Winged four o'clock is a compact native wildflower that produces small, tubular blooms from June through September. This drought-tolerant perennial forms neat, low mounds and thrives in full sun with minimal water once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Winged Four O'clock is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.

Works well in: mid zone, foundation.

Relatively unknown plant may raise questions
Summer dormancy appearance uncertain

Wildlife value

The flowers attract night-flying moths as primary pollinators, along with various bee species during daytime hours.

Common questions

How much sun does Winged Four O'clock need?: Winged Four O'clock grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Winged Four O'clock bloom?: Winged Four O'clock blooms in June, July, August, and September.
Where is Winged Four O'clock native?: Winged Four O'clock (Mirabilis alipes) is native to CA, CO, NV, UT, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Winged Four O'clock attract?: Winged Four O'clock draws moths and bees.
Is Winged Four O'clock HOA-friendly?: Winged Four O'clock is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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