Unsightly arbours, dreary walls and steel obelisks are transformed by the morning glory into a spectacular sea of blossoms. The annual climbing plant does not expect any time-consuming care for this floral masterpiece. Are you still struggling with some questions about cultivation? Then read here compact answers directly from the garden practice.

The morning glory enchants with its bell-shaped, blue flowers

Plant morning glory properly

The morning glory, which has been hardened on the balcony for over 2 weeks, will take its place in the garden from mid-May. In a sheltered location in full sun, loosen the soil finely and dig small pits 30-50 cm apart. Shovel the soil into a wheelbarrow to enrich it with compost, bark humus, horn shavings (€32.93) or sand - as required. After the root ball has been dipped in water, carefully unpot and plant the morning glory. Please pay special attention to the delicate tendrils, as they tear quickly. Keep the previous planting depth as far as possible and water generously.

care tips

In terms of its care requirements, the morning glory proves to be a plant without airs and graces. This applies in particular if the location meets all the important framework conditions. How to properly care for the morning glory:

  • Keep the soil constantly slightly moist with intermittent drying periods
  • Fertilize weekly from May to October or spoil with compost and horn shavings every 14 days
  • Clean out wilted flowers as soon as possible to make room for the floral successors

In autumn, cut the morning glory close to the ground or dig up the plants together with the root ball.
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Which location is suitable?

The prudent choice of location sets the course for a phenomenal abundance of flowers. The funnel winch attaches particular importance to the following framework conditions:

  • Full sun, warm and sheltered from the wind
  • Normal garden soil, preferably loamy, humic and well-drained

Ideally, the Ipomoea squirms skyward under the protection of an eaves or awning, because the beating rain will wither the magnificent bell-shaped flowers.

What soil does the plant need?

The morning glory feels in good hands in loamy garden soil, fresh and moist, humus-rich and well-drained. A neutral pH is welcome, with slight excursions in the acidic or alkaline direction being tolerated. Where the floor does not meet your expectations, floor additives compensate for any deficiencies. Sandy-dry soil is optimized with the help of compost and bark humus. Compacted soil gets a loose consistency with quartz sand (15.85€) and Lauberde.

When is flowering time?

From June to October, morning glory boasts a dense pile of brightly colored bellflowers. Since the individual flowers only last a few days, clean withered stems regularly. Thanks to this care, the buds underneath have a free path to the sunlight, so that the morning glory retains its well-groomed, lush appearance.

Cut morning glory correctly

Cut off faded flowers as soon as possible. Among them are already numerous new buds, which quickly find their way into the sunlight in this way. If the morning glory takes on unwanted dimensions, it can be cut back at any time. When the blossom festival is drawing to a close in the fall, cut the morning glory down to the ground. If possible, leave the roots in the soil, much to the delight of busy soil organisms.

Water morning glory

The location and weather conditions determine the need for watering. The brighter the location and drier the summer, the more abundant the watering. Check daily if the soil has dried out. If the upper 1-2 cm feel dry, the watering can is used. Although morning glory have a high water requirement, they do not want to have anything to do with waterlogging. Therefore, let the water run slowly onto the root ball and stop as soon as a puddle forms.

Fertilize morning glory properly

In order to produce the enormous biomass, the constant supply of nutrients plays a central role in the care program. Fertilize the morning glory weekly with mineral-organic liquid fertilizer from May until the end of the flowering period. Alternatively, you can work mature compost into the soil every 1-2 weeks and then water it extensively.

increase morning glories

Sowing has proven excellent for the propagation of annual morning glory. This also applies to the cultivation if you are cultivating the gem in the garden for the first time. The following brief instructions show how to do this:

  • In March, fill small pots with seed soil or peat sand and moisten
  • Soak the fine seeds overnight to sow them thinly
  • Sieve 0.5 cm of sand or substrate and cover with a plastic bag

At a constant 20-25 degrees Celsius in a partially shaded window seat, germination takes 10-21 days. Prick out the strongest seedlings in 8 cm pots when 2 or more pairs of leaves have formed. Keep the soil slightly moist until planting out in mid-May. From the end of April, fortnightly doses of diluted liquid fertilizer will give your little ones the boost they need.

morning glory in a pot

In a large pot with an integrated trellis or obelisk, the morning glory gives a blooming interlude on the balcony and terrace. A good compost-based potting soil contains all the important ingredients for summer splendor. Spread some potsherds or pebbles on the bottom before pouring in the substrate. Plant the young Ipomoea carefully, as the tender shoots could tear. Care is all about a balanced water and nutrient balance. Always water when the substrate has dried. The climbing artist looks forward to a weekly dose of liquid fertilizer from May until the end of the flowering period. Since the wilted flowers are not conducive to a decorative look and hinder fresh buds, brush them out every few days. In this way you also prevent the development of the capsule fruits with the poisonous seeds.

Is morning glory poisonous?

The seeds of a morning glory contain various toxins that can cause life-threatening symptoms of poisoning if consumed. Therefore, keep the tropical climbing plant out of the reach of children and pets. We also recommend careful handling of self-collected or purchased seeds.
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Beautiful varieties

  • Sunrise Serenade: Premium strain with double crimson flowers and white throat; rises 2-3 m in height
  • Kniola's Black: Magnificent Ipomoea purpurea, whose dark red flowers have a cherry red throat; 180-240 cm growth height
  • Seta: Charming morning glory with white flowers, pink markings and dark green foliage; 250 cm
  • Blu: Light blue morning glory with countless bell-shaped flowers for walls, arbors and trellises; 250-300cm
  • Cardinal Climber: Diligent climber that draws attention to itself with bright red flowers and slotted leaves; 100-200cm

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