Ipomoea carnea ssp. fistulosa [white-flowered]

Also Known As

Ipomoea carnea fistulosa alba
Ipomoea fistulosa 'Alba'
Gloria de la Mañana
Gloria de la Mañana
Mexican Bush Morning Glory
White Morning Glory Bush
White Morning Glory Bush

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

8b-11

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Ipomoea carnea ssp. fistulosa [white-flowered] plant details

Ipomoea carnea ssp. fistulosa [white-flowered] is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In fall and summer white 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 [white-flowered]

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: convolvulaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: floriferous, long-blooming, trellis, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ipomoea carnea ssp. fistulosa [white-flowered]

USDA Zones: 8b - 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

Pure white 3" trumpets are borne in succession throughout summer and into fall on this upright to loosely open and spreading shrub-like tropical. The Morning Glory Bush is considered root hardy throughout much of zone 9. Provide your plants with a warm protected site, a well draining soil, and extra protection during hard or extended freezes for the best results. The Morning Glory Bush or Gloria de la Mañana is a vigorous tropical and can potentially reach 9' high or more in frost free climates. It is often recommended that you prune it back fairly hard during winter to produce a fuller denser plant with the most flowering tips.