Botanical Interests Chocolate Morning Glory Seeds
by: Botanical Interests
Imagine these large, (4"–5") rosy-chocolate-colored blossoms fluttering over an arbor or trellis against the sparkling blue sky! These Japanese morning glories are not only known for their rich color, but also for their beautiful, and often variegated, green and white foliage. Charming in any setting. A vigorous vine to 10', blooming midsummer to frost. Caution: most parts of this plant are poisonous if ingested.
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 10 and warmer; otherwise grown as an annual.
Plant Dimensions: 8'–10' vine
Variety Information: 4"–5" chocolate-rose or mauve-colored flowers with white edges.
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Plants started too early outside will end up less vigorous than plants started when warmer.
When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting outside. Sow into a biodegradable pot that can be directly planted in the ground to avoid disturbing roots.
Days to Emerge: 5–15 days
