4 O’ Clock, locally known as گلِ عباسی, is a charming and fragrant flowering plant, well known for its special habit of opening its blooms in the late afternoon. This Salmon variety produces soft peach-salmon colored flowers that start opening after 4 PM, spreading gentle fragrance and adding a warm, elegant touch to your garden.
It is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant, perfect for pots, borders, and garden beds. Due to its continuous summer blooming and strong growth, it is an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Sowing Seasons in Pakistan
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Spring: February – April
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Monsoon: July – August
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Early Autumn: September
(Can also be grown in summer if soil is kept moist.)
Growing Instructions
1. Soil Preparation
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Use well-drained, fertile soil
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Ideal pH: 6.0 – 7.5
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Mix compost or organic manure before sowing
2. Sowing Method
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Direct sow in soil (germinates quickly)
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Sowing depth: 0.5 – 1 cm
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Plant spacing: 12–18 inches
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Keep soil lightly moist, avoid waterlogging
3. Watering
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Water regularly
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Let topsoil dry slightly between watering
4. Sunlight
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Full sun to partial shade
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Flowers open beautifully in the late afternoon and evening
5. Germination
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7–12 days
6. Care
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Remove faded flowers to promote continuous blooming
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Apply light fertilizer every 20–25 days
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Highly heat tolerant and very easy to grow
