Morning Glory (Ipomoea tricolor)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Morning Glory
Ipomoea tricolor

Flowers of the cultivar 'Heavenly Blue'
Flowers of the cultivar 'Heavenly Blue'
 
Features
Brightly colored, funnel-shaped flowers. 
 
Culture
Full sun. Moist, well drained soils are best, but this vine tolerates some dryness. 
 
Cultivars
  • 'Blue Star'-pale blue flowers with deeper blue markings.
  • 'Crimson Rambler'-red flowers with a white throat.
  • 'Heavenly Blue'-sky blue flowers.
  • 'Pearly Gates'-white flowers with blue markings.
 
 
Mature Height
8-10 Feet
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
 
 
Bloom 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
 
Additional Notes
Seeds are hard and need to be nicked and soaked in water over night before planting.

 

 
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