Common Morning Glory (Ipomoea Purpurea) is a annual vine in the Convolvulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 2-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A vigorous, annual, twining vine with heart-shaped leaves and trumpet-shaped, usually purple flowers that open in the morning.

Common Morning Glory

Common Morning Glory

Ipomoea Purpurea

A vigorous, annual, twining vine with heart-shaped leaves and trumpet-shaped, usually purple flowers that open in the morning.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
2-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:climber, screen, specimen plant, cover for unsightly structures

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Common Morning Glory

Jan
Prune
Feb
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