Morning glory is an annual vine, but it may reseed from year to year. Funnel-shaped flowers are produced from mid-summer into fall. Numerous cultivars are available as seeds.
Size and method of climbing:
This vine can climb to 10 feet high. It is a twining vine. Twining vines climb by twisting their stems or leaf stalks around a support. This type of vine grows well on trellises, arbors, wires, or chain-link fences.
Native geographic location and habitat:
This plant is native to Mexico and Central America.
Leaf description:
The alternate leaves are heart-shaped.
Flower description:
Trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of blue, purple, red, and white bloom on this vine.
Fruit description:
The fruit are dried capsules and not ornamentally important.
Plant care:
Grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is easy to grow from seed. Seeds should be scarified (nicked slightly) and then soaked overnight before planting. Start seeds indoors about 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost. Transplant outside after the danger of frost has passed.
List of pests, diseases, and tolerances:
There are no common serious problems growing this vine.
