Is Scarlet Four O'clock safe for pets?

Yes, Scarlet Four O'clock (Mirabilis Coccinea) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Scarlet Four O'clock easy to care for?

Scarlet Four O'clock has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Scarlet Four O'clock grow indoors?

Scarlet Four O'clock is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Scarlet Four O'clock (Mirabilis Coccinea) is a perennial herb in the Nyctaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Mirabilis coccinea is a perennial herb known for its bright red flowers that open at night.

Last updated: February 2026

Scarlet Four O'clock

Mirabilis Coccinea

Mirabilis coccinea is a perennial herb known for its bright red flowers that open at night.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

7-10

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

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Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, drought tolerant groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Scarlet Four O'clock

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Nyctaginaceae

Genus:Mirabilis