Bush Morning Glory (Ipomoea Leptophylla) is a perennial herb in the Convolvulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A large, long-lived, herbaceous perennial native to the prairies of North America, known for its showy pink to purple trumpet-shaped flowers and deep taproot.

Bush Morning Glory

Bush Morning Glory

Ipomoea Leptophylla

A large, long-lived, herbaceous perennial native to the prairies of North America, known for its showy pink to purple trumpet-shaped flowers and deep taproot.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, erosion control, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bush Morning Glory

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Convolvulaceae
Genus:Ipomoea