Morning Glory Vine Description Morning glories are fast-growing, twining, and climbing annual vines with lush, heart-shaped leaves and trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in a variety of vibrant colors. They are known for their cheerful morning blooms, which open with the sunrise and close in the afternoon or on cloudy days. These vines are highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies. - **Latin Name**: *Ipomoea purpurea* (common species). - **Flower Colors**: Pink, purple, blue, white, and striped varieties. --- ### Variety: *Carnevale di Venezia* - **Description**: This heirloom variety is particularly striking for its bi-colored, pinwheel-striped flowers in shades of violet, blue, and white. Each flower has a unique pattern, making it a show-stopping addition to any garden. - **Height**: Grows up to 8?10 feet (2.5?3 meters) tall. --- ### How to Grow Morning Glory Vines 1. **When to Plant**: - **Outdoors**: After the last frost when the soil has warmed. - **Indoors**: Start seeds 4?6 weeks before the last frost for an early start. 2. **Starting from Seed**: - **Soak Seeds**: Morning glory seeds have a hard coat. Soak them in warm water for 24 hours before planting to encourage germination. Alternatively, lightly scarify them with sandpaper. - **Planting Depth**: Sow seeds OE?oe inch (6?12 mm) deep. - **Spacing**: Space seeds about 6?12 inches apart. 3. **Where to Plant**: - **Light**: Choose a sunny spot; morning glories need at least 6?8 hours of direct sunlight daily. - **Soil**: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil. Avoid overly rich soil, as it can lead to excessive foliage at the expense of flowers. - **Support**: Provide a trellis, fence, or arbor for the vines to climb. 4. **Watering**: - Keep soil moist but not waterlogged, especially during germination. Once established, they are moderately drought-tolerant. 5. **Care**: - Regularly deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. - Protect young seedlings from slugs and snails. --- ### Where to Grow - **Garden Beds**: Ideal for creating vertical accents or covering unsightly structures. - **Containers**: Can be grown in large pots with climbing support. - **Climates**: Thrive in temperate to warm climates; they are frost-sensitive. --- Morning glories, particularly *Carnevale di Venezia*, are a captivating and low-maintenance choice for adding vibrant color and height to gardens or patios. =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s==s=s=s=s=s=s=s= Seed Shipping: Flat Rate Low Shipping fee- no matter how many seeds you order! Add this item to your cart and keep shopping- at https://www.ebay.ca/usr/okiger-2i55iwk =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s==s=s=s=s=s=s=s= These strong climbers have beautifully-shaped blooms that unfurl in the sun and romantic tendrils that lend old-fashioned charm. ABOUT MORNING GLORIES Morning glories bloom from early summer to the first frost of fall. With slender stems and heart-shaped leaves, their trumpet-shaped flowers come in colors of pink, purple-blue, magenta, or white. Their fragrant, colorful flowers are not only attractive to our eyes but also beloved by butterflies and hummingbirds. Train twining morning glory vines over a pergola or arch, or use as a dense groundcover. This drought-tolerant plant grows quickly?up to 10 feet in one season?and can self-seed fairly easily, too. Because of this, you?ll want to choose where you put this plant wisely! Otherwise, you may end up with more morning glories than you bargained for. Warning: Morning glory seeds are poisonous, especially in large quantities. Keep them out of reach of children and pets. =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s==s=s=s=s=s=s=s= Shipping of Seeds and Cuttings: Orders are shipped via Canada Post Mail unless otherwise specified. Some items are shipped without tracking to keep costs low. This is the most economical option. Canada Post is incredibly reliable, but can be slow. If you require tracking or a faster delivery please message before ordering. We try to ship any live plants on MONDAYS or TUESDAYS as a precautionary measure to avoid delays over the weekend and ensure the viability of live plant orders. Weather may be a contributing factor in the processing of our orders and will occasionally cause some delay. We will ship seeds anywhere in the world, however, please make sure you check with your country's customs office to be sure that they are allowed in. We will not be held responsible for orders held, confiscated and/or destroyed by customs. Please note this and make sure you understand before you buy it. If you have a question or if you are unclear about shipping policies please contact us. We welcome questions! Contact us before, after, or during any transaction and you will receive a reply ASAP. Thanks for visiting! Don't forget to bookmark us!