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Ipomoea purpurea

Common Morning Glory

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: GK

 

Description

This vine will reach about 12' in length and has medium-sized, green leaves with blue, violet, or purple flowers that bloom in summer.

 

Plant Type

Annual, Vine

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Blue, Purple, Violet

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Tropical

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.