Content
- 1 General description of annual morning glory
- 2 Ipomoea species
- 3 Popular varieties of morning glory with photos and descriptions
- 3.1 Morning glory Giselle
- 3.2 Morning Glory Flying Saucer
- 3.3 Morning glory Raspberry whim
- 3.4 Morning glory Sky blue
- 3.5 Morning Glory
- 3.6 Morning glory
- 3.7 Morning glory Pikoti
- 3.8 Morning Glory Ruby Lights
- 3.9 Morning Glory Terry Serenade
- 3.10 Morning Glory Blue Star
- 3.11 Morning glory Scarlet O'Hara
- 3.12 Morning glory Ultraviolet
- 4 Planting and caring for morning glory
- 5 Morning glory care
- 6 Pests and diseases of climbing morning glory
- 7 Morning glory in landscape design + photo
- 8 Conclusion
- 9 Testimonials
Planting and caring for an annual morning glory is not difficult. Thanks to the long and abundant flowering, bright, large buds and its undemanding care, the plant has gained wide popularity in Russia.
General description of annual morning glory
Ipomoea grows in the form of a bush, grass, liana, or a short tree. This is a plant that is famous for the rapid growth of shoots reaching 5 m in length. As you can see from the photo of the annual morning glory, with their help the bindweed clings to various supports, turning nondescript objects into unique elements of country decor.
Funnel-shaped flowers grow on thin pedicels, their size, depending on the species and variety, ranges from 5 to 15 cm in diameter. There are monochrome and patterned flowers that can be painted in a wide variety of shades: such as white, blue, light blue, red, pink or purple.
Morning glory has a long flowering period. When old buds fall off, new flowers appear in their place almost immediately and boxes with seeds are formed. In temperate climates, for most varieties, flowering begins in June and ends in September, some varieties continue to delight the eye until the first October frost.
Liana can often be found in tropical and subtropical climates. In such conditions, the bindweed can develop and bloom for many years. However, due to the harsh winters in central Russia, the morning glory is grown only as an annual plant.
Ipomoea is considered a thermophilic and light-loving plant that develops well in limed soil and prefers places illuminated by sunlight on a slight elevation. It reacts poorly to drafts, frosts, prolonged rains.
Planting and caring for the annual Ipomoea outdoors is fairly simple. Timely watering, loosening and weeding of the soil is important for her. Liana needs support, which can be used as a stretched wire or twine. The bindweed is fed with fertilizers containing potassium and phosphorus.
Ipomoea species
The genus of morning glory is considered one of the largest in the bindweed family and has about 450 - 500 plant species. Of this large number, only 25 are used for decorative purposes. The article presents the most popular types.
Morning glory purple
One of the most popular varieties of Ipomoea native to Central and South America. Depending on the variety, its shoots can be up to 8 m in length. On average, the diameter of the funnel-shaped flowers is about 7 cm. The buds can be red, purple, violet, lilac and bluish.Bindweed is commonly used for decoration in landscape design.
Popular varieties of morning glory:
- Giselle;
- Raspberry whim;
- Scarlet O'Hara;
- Sky blue;
- Firmament;
- Ultraviolet.
Morning glory of Cairo
It is a species of morning glory that grows in the form of a perennial herbaceous vine with tuberous roots. Its homeland is Africa and Asia; in Russia, the Cairo morning glory is grown as an annual.
The bindweed grows up to 4 m in height. The stems of the plant can be climbing or recumbent, with elliptical dark green leaves ranging in size from 3 to 10 cm, located on long petioles. The flowers are funnel-shaped, 3 - 6 cm in diameter, red, lilac, purple or white. Collected in inflorescences of several pieces.
Abundant flowering occurs from July to September. The plant can withstand frosts down to -7 oC, likes well-damp soil and sunlit places.
Ipomoea Moonflower
Ipomoea Moonflower is one of the most beautiful herbaceous vines recommended for vertical gardening. The plant received this name due to its biological characteristics. Large snow-white buds open only after sunset and close again when it first appears.
The bindweed reaches 3 m in height. On the spreading shoots are dense dark green foliage and flowers about 10 cm in diameter, shaped like gramophones.
The main flowering period is in July and August, but some plants can bloom until the onset of cold weather. Planting in open ground is carried out in early May. The first shoots from seeds appear in 5 - 9 days. Prefers neutral sandy loam or loamy soil.
Morning glory Nile
Morning glory Nile in nature is a perennial plant, but in central Russia it is cultivated as an annual. Curly, strongly branching shoots with characteristic pubescence reach a height of up to 3 m. Flowers are pink, red, blue, purple or lavender. It differs from other species by the star-shaped structure of the flower, the presence of a white edging along the edge and small "wrinkles" on the petals. Flowering lasts from mid-summer to October.
This type of morning glory is widespread in Japan, popular varieties:
- Kiyosaki;
- Pikoti;
- Blue bliss.
Morning glory ivy
Morning glory ivy is native to tropical America. Branched stems are 2 - 3 m long. Large heart-shaped leaves are similar to ivy foliage. The flowers are funnel-shaped, sky-blue, up to 5 cm in size. But there are also burgundy, pink and red buds. Flowering lasts from July to mid-October. The species is famous for its high frost resistance up to -7 oC.
The most popular variety is Roman Candy. Due to the fact that the plant is considered malicious weed, it is recommended to grow it exclusively by the ampel method, in hanging pots.
Morning glory tricolor
Tricolor Morning Glory looks very similar to Purple, but it has larger flowers and smoother, hairless leaves. The name "tricolor" liana has earned, because in the process of formation the flowers change their color three times. Not yet fully developed buds will be reddish-purple. The opened flowers become blue or blue, and after wilting they become pale pink. Examples of common varieties are Flying Saucer, Blue Star.
Popular varieties of morning glory with photos and descriptions
There are countless varieties of morning glory, and every summer resident can easily choose a bindweed to his liking. All of them differ in their biological characteristics, plant height, foliage shape, color and size of flowers.
Morning glory Giselle
The Giselle variety, one of the varieties of Ipomoea Purple, was bred by breeders from the Russian agrofirm "Aelita".The height of an annual plant reaches 2.5 m. The bindweed is characterized by lush green foliage and flowers of a sky-blue hue, about 15 cm in diameter.
Abundant flowering lasts from June to late autumn, at least until the end of September. Planting in a permanent place is carried out in May using seeds or seedlings. The first shoots appear after 1 - 2 weeks. Seed germination is 92%. The Giselle variety, like most representatives of this genus, is undemanding to the composition of the soil and does not need special care.
Morning Glory Flying Saucer
Ipomoea seeds producer Flying saucer - agrofirm "Aelita". The variety belongs to the Tricolor species. Large flowers of the plant reach about 15 cm in diameter. The buds open as the sun rises to welcome the start of a new day. The length of the shoots is 2.5 m. The foliage is dense, heart-shaped. Perfect for shading sunny balconies, terraces and gazebos.
Flying saucer blooms from July to the beginning of frost. Planting is done by means of seedlings or seeds. Seedlings begin to appear a week after planting in the ground. Needs regular watering and feeding. Grows well in warm climates, on drained soil without excess organic fertilizers.
Morning glory Raspberry whim
Another novelty variety, bred by the company "Aelita". Raspberry Caprice is a variety of Ipomoea Purpurea. The main distinguishing feature of the plant is considered to be an unusually bright color of flowers about 7 cm in size. The height of the liana is 2 m. The leaves are dark green, heart-shaped.
Raspberry whim is one of the unpretentious and hardy varieties that grows well in temperate climates and blooms continuously from mid-summer until frost. Seeds are planted in open ground at the end of May. The plant loves light and does not tolerate frost, it is unpretentious in care, the main thing is timely feeding, watering and loosening the soil.
Morning glory Sky blue
Ipomoea Sky Blue is a variety that belongs to the species of Ipomoea Purpurea. Beautiful funnel-shaped flowers located on the shoots, collected in inflorescences of 3-4 pieces. The diameter of the flowers is 8 - 10 cm. The height of the shoots is up to 2 m. Heart-shaped leaves of a dark green color densely cover the stems.
Flowering in regions with a warm autumn climate is very long, lasts from early July to October. However, the plant does not tolerate severe frosts, the temperature is below 0 oC will already be critical. Loves warmth and sunlight, prefers loose, nutritious, limed soil. Reacts poorly to stagnant water. Planting in open ground is carried out in May.
Morning Glory
Seeds of the agricultural firm "Gavrish". The shoots of the plant are about 2 m long. Funnel-shaped flowers with a diameter of 5 - 6 cm in various shades. The variety Ipomoea Nenaglyadnaya is popular due to the fact that buds of several different shades can appear on one plant at once. Blooms from July to September, does not tolerate even mild frosts. For planting, well-lit, slightly elevated places, nutritious soil without excess fertilizers are recommended.
Sowing seeds for seedlings begins in April. Landing in open ground is recommended at the beginning of May. The first shoots appear after 6 - 14 days. Great for balcony cultivation.
Morning glory
Variety of Ipomoea Purple. The liana grows to a height of 3 m, the length of the recumbent shoots reaches 8 m.As can be seen from the photo, Ipomoea Heaven blooms with large funnel-shaped sky-blue flowers from early July to early October.
Light-loving and drought-resistant plant that prefers loose and nutritious soil. Ipomoea The firmament loves the sun so much that during the day the pedicels constantly turn in its direction. Thanks to this, the flowers do not close at the first appearance of the sun's rays, but can hold out open until the evening, and in some cases, until the next morning.
Sowing seeds in open ground is carried out in May at a temperature of +15 oC, seedlings in peat pots start growing from April. The first shoots should be expected in 6 - 14 days.
Morning glory Pikoti
One of the varieties of Ipomoea Nile. A distinctive characteristic are graceful semi-double flowers up to 10 cm in diameter, painted in a raspberry red or blue-violet color with a white inner pharynx and edging around the edges. The height of the vine is 2.5 - 3 m.
It begins to bloom early, towards the end of June the first buds are formed. Flowering ends in October. Loves sunny places, but also develops well in partial shade. Can be grown on the balcony. Planting in open ground is carried out in May, shoots should be expected in 1 - 2 weeks. For the plant, regular watering is important as the soil dries up and the periodic introduction of complex mineral dressings.
Morning Glory Ruby Lights
Ipomoea variety Kvamoklit. Bindweed with openwork bright green leaves and small (2 - 3 cm) flowers of a rich crimson hue. Shoots grow up to 3 m in height.
The flowering period is considered one of the longest and runs from June to the end of October. In temperate climates, Ipomoea Ruby Lights are recommended to be planted outdoors in May. Seedlings appear on the 5th - 10th day at a stable temperature of about 20 oC. The plant needs vertical support, prefers light partial shade, moderately fertile, well-drained soil. It is characterized by unpretentious care and low frost resistance.
Morning Glory Terry Serenade
Terry Serenade is one of the most unusual varieties that delights summer residents and gardeners. On the climbing stems of the Ipomoea Serenade, there are large, single, double or semi-double flowers of a purple-pink hue with a white inner pharynx. The diameter of the flowers is 8 cm. Strong shoots are able to climb up the support to a height of 2 m and decorate with a bright, lush carpet of arches, fences and gazebos.
Abundant flowering of the plant lasts from late July to the first autumn frosts. Planting seeds in peat seedling pots begins in March, in open ground - at the end of May. The first shoots appear from the second week.
Morning Glory Blue Star
Blue Star is one of the varieties of Ipomoea Tricolor. It grows in the form of a herbaceous vine with shoots ranging from 3 to 5 m long, covered with large flowers of a sky-blue hue with purple stripes resembling a star in shape. The internal pharynx is white. Curly stems, strong, with lush foliage.
The optimal time for planting bindweed in open ground is the third week of May, the air temperature should be at least +18 oC. Sprouts break through after 1 to 2 weeks. Seedlings can be grown from February. Liana is unpretentious in care, develops well in warm climates, loves sunny places. Flowering peaks in July and June.
Morning glory Scarlet O'Hara
The photo shows Ipomoea Scarlet O'Hara, which belongs to the species of Ipomoea Purpurea. The bindweed quickly reaches a height of up to 2 m and embraces the support offered to it. Blooms profusely from June until frost. It has large crimson-pink flowers up to 10 cm in diameter and green heart-shaped foliage.
Planting Ipomoea Scarlet O'Hara in open ground is carried out at the end of May. Sprouts sprout on the 8th - 14th day. For abundant flowering, it is necessary to provide the plant with a sheltered, sunny place on a hill and a light, nutritious soil without excess fertilizers. Like other varieties, it needs support.
Morning glory Ultraviolet
As you can see from the photo, the flowers of Ipomoea Ultraviolet are distinguished by an unusually bright purple color. The seed producer is the Aelita company. The liana grows to a height of 3 m, the diameter of the flowers is about 10 cm. This is an annual plant, which is characterized by the longest flowering periods, exciting the beginning of June and the end of September.
Planting and caring for Ipomoea Ultraviolet is quite simple.Seeds are planted in open ground in mid-May, in the future, the bindweed needs regular moderate watering and fertilization with the help of complex dressings that ensure the maintenance of the necessary balance of nutrients in the soil.
Planting and caring for morning glory
Morning glory is one of the most unpretentious bindweed to care for. After a short period of time after planting, the shoots begin to grow rapidly, twisting around any supports that come across in the way. Follow-up care includes soil fertilization and regular watering.
When choosing a location for landing, you should give preference to calm, elevated areas. You also need to choose nutritious and loose soil. The distance between seedlings should be at least 20 cm.
When to plant morning glory seeds
To form strong seedlings by May, morning glory seeds begin to be sown in peat pots at the end of March. Seeds germinate in about 10 days at a temperature of about +18 oC.
The best time for planting seedlings in the ground is early June. When transplanting, a root earthen lump is left without fail.
Planting seeds in open ground, as a rule, begins in May. Seeds in three pieces are laid in pre-prepared holes.
Morning glory care
First of all, it is necessary to provide good support for the vines: stretched wire is also suitable, but some gardeners prefer vertically installed nets. It is recommended to constantly check the direction of growth of the stems so that it is possible to correct it in a timely manner, if necessary.
Systematic and moderate watering is extremely important. The bindweed does not tolerate drought or stagnant water. From May to August, the plant is watered without waiting for the topsoil to dry completely.
How to feed morning glory for abundant flowering
When applying dressings, you must be careful not to overdo it. An excess of fertilizer can lead to the opposite effect and provoke an overdevelopment of the root system, from which the flowering process suffers in the first place. It is best to use complex fertilizers with a balanced level of nutrients.
To make flowering plentiful and vigorous, the systematic application of dressings with a high phosphorus content and a small amount of nitrogen will help.
Possible growing problems
Problems with growing morning glory can be influenced by many factors, such as improper watering, stagnant groundwater, over-fertilizing the soil, or the wrong location. To avoid such difficulties, it is important to familiarize yourself with the information and recommendations provided by the seed producers before planting.
Why does morning glory not bloom
The main reason that morning glory does not bloom is too nutritious and heavy soil. Despite the lack of flowering, the plant itself is actively stretching and covered with dense foliage. In this case, it is recommended to temporarily stop feeding and observe the condition of the bindweed.
Why does morning glory only bloom in the morning
Due to biological features, morning glory flowers open early in the morning before the bright sun appears and close closer to lunchtime. In rainy and cloudy weather, they can stay open all day.
The buds wither as soon as they close. Their lifespan is only 1 day, but new flowers immediately open to replace them the next morning.
Pests and diseases of climbing morning glory
Liana does not attract insects too actively, since it is a poisonous crop. Most often, morning glory can be affected by pests:
- Whitefly. The larvae of this butterfly suck sap from the leaves, damaging their structure.Specialized chemicals and traps can help you get rid of the whitefly.
- Aphids, a characteristic sign of the appearance of which is the formation of yellow spots on the leaves. You can deal with insects with insecticides.
- A spider mite that appears with insufficient watering. First, together with the parts of the plant affected by the cobweb, the tick must be removed, then the bindweed must be sprayed with an insecticide and the watering must be increased.
Among the diseases, the formation of viral and fungal pathologies, white rust and various types of rot are often noted. In most cases, it is not possible to save the bindweed, therefore, in order to avoid contamination of neighboring plants, it must be removed from the site and burned.
Morning glory in landscape design + photo
The bindweed is widely used in landscape design, with the help of morning glory, flower beds, various buildings, hedges, fences and walls of houses are decorated.
An excellent option would be to grow morning glory outdoors in a pot or hanging planter.
Ipomoea also looks interesting on the fence.
If you plant a bindweed next to another tree, over time it will beautifully braid the branches and trunk.
After flowering, the dense foliage carpet takes on a yellowish-red hue, which makes the plant look no less attractive.
The species goes well with conifers due to contrast, as well as with other bindweed crops. Planting near particularly valuable fruit trees is not recommended as morning glory can be used as a support.
Conclusion
Planting and caring for the annual morning glory is very simple, the plant is completely undemanding to growing conditions and soil composition. However, the result exceeds all possible expectations, as evidenced by the many positive reviews of summer residents and professional gardeners.
