Morning Glory, Common (Ipomoea purpurea)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Vine

Morning Glory, Common
Ipomoea purpurea

Leaves of Common Morning Glory
Leaves of Common Morning Glory
 
Features
Brightly colored, funnel-shaped flowers that open in the morning. 
 
Culture
Full sun. Moist, well drained soils are best, but this vine is fairly drought tolerant. 
 
Cultivars

Several cultivars available including:

  • 'Darling'-wine red flowers with a white throat.
  • 'Scarlett O'Hara'- Rosy red flowers.
 
 
Mature Height
12-15 Feet
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
 
 
Bloom Color
Bi-color
Blue
Pink
Purple
Red
White
 
 
Bloom Season
July - October
 
Soil Conditions
Dry
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Method of Attachment
Twining
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage

Herbicide Injury


 
Additional Notes
Seeds are hard and need to be nicked and soaked in water over night before planting.

 

 
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