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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Vine
Life cycle: Annual
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Plant Height: 8-10 feet
Leaves: Deciduous
Fruit: Dehiscent
Other: Small subglobose capsule containing dark brown to black seeds.
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Orange
Bloom Size: 1"-2"
Flower Time: Summer
Late summer or early fall
Fall
Late fall or early winter
Underground structures: Taproot
Uses: Groundcover
Will Naturalize
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Seeds: Provide light
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Morning Glory
  • Orange Trumpet Vine

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