
Details
Morning glory flowers (Ipomoea purpurea or Convolvulus purpureus) are a common sight in many landscapes. the fast-growing vining plants can also make lovely additions to the garden if kept in check. All morning glory plants produce attractive funnel-shaped blossoms of various shades like white, red, blue, purple, and yellow with heart-shaped leaves. Blooming usually occurs anywhere from May through September, opening in the morning and closing in the afternoon. Most types are annual, though, in some warmer regions, they will come back yearly or may re-seed themselves in almost any zone they grow in.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
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Additional Info
Botanical Name | Ipomoea purpurea |
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Life Cycle | Annual |
Min. Time to Germinate | 5 Days |
Max. Time to Germinate | 21 Days |
Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/2 in. |
When to Sow | Indoors 4-6 weeks before last spring frost, Outdoors after all danger of spring frost is past |
Growing Height | 8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m) |
Plant Spacing | 12-15 in. (30-38 cm) |
Hardiness | N/A |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Sun to Partial Shade |
Danger | Seed is poisonous if ingested |
Bloom Color | Dark Purple/Black |
Bloom Time | Late Summer/Early Fall, Mid-Summer |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Growth Habit | Vines & Climbers |
Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater, This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds |
Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
Propagation Methods | From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
Seed Collecting | Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds, Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |
Seeds Per Pack | 20 |