Japanese Morning Glory 'Suigetsu'

Ipomoeanil

Family
Convolvulaceae (kon-volv-yoo-LAY-see-ee)
Genus
Ipomoea (ip-oh-MEE-a)
Species
nil (nil)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage
Good Fall Color
Height
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Seed is poisonous if ingested
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color
Dark Blue
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Scarify seed before sowing
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Elk Grove, California

Brooksville, Florida

Dundee, Ohio

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

North Augusta, South Carolina

Brazoria, Texas

Freeport, Texas

Plano, Texas

Weatherford, Texas

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Brooksville, FL (Zone 9a) | February 2008 | positive

Although literally translated 'water moon' (and often sold as that name), the true meaning of Suigetsu is more along the lines of 'moonli...Read More

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Plano, TX | September 2005 | positive

My 2nd best (actually tied for first place) Jap.MG. I've ever grown. It grew well on the side of the house I made its home. It grew qui...Read More

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Jones Creek, TX (Zone 9a) | June 2005 | positive

From a medium to light blue with white to yellow throat and pale white spokes that fade out as the go to the edge. Some blooms don't show...Read More

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