Vine
Morning Glory
Ipomoea purpurea
Varieties We Carry
Ocean BlueIpomoea purpurea
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$9.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 9.
LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size6-10 feet × 3-6 feet
About Morning Glory
Morning Glory (Ipomoea purpurea) is a fast-growing annual vine from Central America and Mexico, producing abundant funnel-shaped flowers in purple, blue, pink, red, or white that open in the morning and close by afternoon. It quickly covers fences and trellises with heart-shaped leaves and self-seeds readily. Starting at $9.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- White, Pink, Purple, Blue
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Bloom season. Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Light
Morning glory requires full sun — at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering. In NE Florida, choose a sunny fence or trellis location; insufficient light drastically reduces bloom production.
Water
Water moderately and consistently until established; once growing vigorously, morning glory tolerates short dry periods. NE Florida's summer rains typically provide adequate moisture; supplemental watering during dry spells keeps blooms coming through fall.
Soil & Fertilizer
Morning glory thrives in average to poor, well-drained soil — avoid heavy fertilization as excessive nutrients produce lush foliage at the expense of flowers. NE Florida's lean sandy soil is actually ideal; if amending, do so minimally. Provide a trellis or fence for support.
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Common questions
Is Morning Glory a good plant for St. Augustine?
Morning Glory is a vine for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 6-10 feet × 3-6 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.