Scientific Name
Ipomoea tricolor Cav.
Common Name(s)
Morning Glory, Grannyvine
Synonym(s)
Convolvulus rubrocaeruleus, Ipomoea hookeri, Ipomoea rubrocaerulea, Pharbitis rubrocaeruleus, Quamoclit mutica
Scientific Classification
Family: Convolvulaceae
Tribe: Ipomoeeae
Genus: Ipomoea
Flower
Color: Blue
Bloom Time: Late spring to early fall
Description
Ipomoea tricolor is an herbaceous annual or perennial twining liana that grows up to 13 feet (4 m) tall. The leaves are spirally arranged, up to 3 inches (7.5 cm) long, on an up to 2.4 inches (6 cm) long petiole.
The flowers are trumpet-shaped, up to 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter, most commonly blue with a white to golden yellow center. They open in the morning and last for one day.
How to Grow and Care
Most species have spectacular, colorful flowers and are often grown as ornamentals, and several cultivars have been developed. In the garden, Ipomoeas need moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Provide shelter from the wind. Prune climbing species in spring. Under glass, provide full light with protection from the hottest sun. Water the plants freely and fertilize them monthly during the growing season, but water sparingly in winter. Climbers and trailing species need support. Chip seeds with a knife, scrape with sandpaper or soak in water for 24 hours before sowing at 64° F (18° C) in spring.
Root softwood cuttings of perennials or shrubs in spring or summer, or take semi-ripe cuttings in summer. White blister, rust, fungal leaf spots, stem rot, thread blight, charcoal rot, and wilt can occur.
See more at How to Grow and Care for Ipomoea.
Origin
Ipomoea tricolor is native to tropical areas of Mexico, Central, and South America.
Links
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