MORNING GLORY
EASE: SOIL MOISTURE:"Morning Glory is my favorite, and there's lots here in Japan. They make the morning walk to the train so much better!"
-- iVillager nanjapan
Latin name: Ipomoea
These classic climbers are great for hiding fences, sheds and other areas of your garden you don't want on display. Two popular growers are 'Heavenly Blue' and 'Pearly Gates.' They're remarkably easy-to-grow in almost any sunny spot with well-drained soil. Great in a corner with room to climb, on a fire escape, or even on a front porch, morning glories are an incredible attraction.
FLOWER COLOR:blue, white
FOLIAGE COLOR:green
BLOOM TIME:from early summer through mid autumn
PLANTING TIME:mid spring, late spring, early summer, mid summer, late summer
WIDTH:-
HEIGHT:144"
ZONES:3 through 11
WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT THIS PLANT:It's so easy to grow
WHAT TO WATCH FOR:Its flowers close in early afternoon. Read instructions on the seed packet – you might need to nick the seed, or soak in water, before planting.
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