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Morning Glory: Pearly Gates
Description:
The Pearly Gates Morning Glory (Ipomoea tricolor) is a striking climbing vine with large, luminous white trumpet-shaped flowers that have a soft, creamy-yellow throat. These elegant blooms stand out beautifully against lush, heart-shaped green foliage. This variety is perfect for creating a serene, clean look in gardens and is ideal for trellises, fences, arbors, or cascading over walls. Growing up to 10-12 feet in height, it is a fast-growing annual vine that thrives in sunny locations.
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Growing Instructions for Pearly Gates Morning Glory:
1. Ideal Conditions:
Sunlight: Requires full sun for the best flowering, but it can tolerate partial shade.
Soil: Prefers well-draining, moderately fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5.
2. Planting Seeds:
Timing: Sow seeds outdoors in February, March.
Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for 12-24 hours or lightly scarify the seed coat to improve germination.
Depth and Spacing: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep and space them 6-12 inches apart.
3. Watering:
Water regularly until germination, then reduce watering. Established plants prefer the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
4. Support:
Provide a trellis, fence, or other climbing structures early on, as the vines grow quickly.
5. Fertilizing:
Use a low-nitrogen fertilizer sparingly to encourage flowering rather than excessive leaf growth. Fertilize once a month if needed.
6. Maintenance:
Thin seedlings once they reach 3 inches tall to prevent overcrowding.
Deadhead spent blooms to prevent self-seeding and encourage continuous flowering.
Prune vines if they become too aggressive or unruly.
7. Pests and Diseases:
Typically hardy, but keep an eye out for pests like aphids or spider mites. Use insecticidal soap or neem oil to address infestations.
8. Bloom Time:
Flowers bloom from mid-summer to early autumn, opening in the morning and fading by afternoon.
Additional Tip:
To control potential self-seeding, collect seed pods before they disperse. Check local guidelines before planting, as morning glories can be considered invasive in some regions.
