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Ipomoea purpurea
Fast growing, reaching heights of up to 10 feet with a beautiful array of flowers in white, blue, crimson, and pink accented by deep green leaves. Flowers open each morning, close in the afternoon.
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom time | All season |
| Plant spacing | 8 inches |
| Planting depth | 1/2-1 inch |
| Days to germination | 8-10 |
| Plant height | 8-12 feet |
Gardener's Notes: Erect strong supports at least 6-8 feet tall at planting time to hold these vigorous climbers. Wait till late spring when nights reach at least 50F (10C) before sowing directly outdoors in a sunny spot in ordinary garden soil. Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep, 3-4 inches apart. Thin seedlings to stand 8 inches apart. Starting at midsummer, vines open abundant blossoms every morning until the sun is strong, longer on cloudy days.
Description
Ipomoea purpurea
Fast growing, reaching heights of up to 10 feet with a beautiful array of flowers in white, blue, crimson, and pink accented by deep green leaves. Flowers open each morning, close in the afternoon.
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom time | All season |
| Plant spacing | 8 inches |
| Planting depth | 1/2-1 inch |
| Days to germination | 8-10 |
| Plant height | 8-12 feet |
Gardener's Notes: Erect strong supports at least 6-8 feet tall at planting time to hold these vigorous climbers. Wait till late spring when nights reach at least 50F (10C) before sowing directly outdoors in a sunny spot in ordinary garden soil. Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep, 3-4 inches apart. Thin seedlings to stand 8 inches apart. Starting at midsummer, vines open abundant blossoms every morning until the sun is strong, longer on cloudy days.
