Ipomoea Species, Morning Glory, Triple Leaf Morning Glory

Ipomoeaternifolia

Family
Convolvulaceae (kon-volv-yoo-LAY-see-ee)
Genus
Ipomoea (ip-oh-MEE-a)
Species
ternifolia (tern-ee-FOLE-ee-uh)
Synonym
Ipomoea delphinifolia
Ipomoea pedatisecta
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Provides Winter Interest
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Lavender
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From herbaceous stem cuttings
From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

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

Saint David, Arizona

Zephyrhills, Florida

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Zephyrhills, FL | August 2011 | positive

Beautiful violet trumpets and incredible delicate looking foliage. The seeds are a bit tricky and slow to germinate. They are very small,...Read More

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