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Ipomoea carnea ssp. fistulosa
Also Known As
- Ipomoea carnea fistulosa
- Blue Morning Glory Bush
- Gloria de la Ma?ana
- Mexican Bush Morning Glory
Plant type
perennial, vine
size
- H: 6'-12'
- W: 4'-8'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Ipomoea carnea ssp. fistulosa plant details
Ipomoea carnea ssp. fistulosa is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ipomoea carnea ssp. fistulosa
- Plant type: perennial vine
- Plant family: convolvulaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: long-blooming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ipomoea carnea ssp. fistulosa
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
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How to Grow Ipomoea carnea ssp. fistulosa
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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