Morning Glory Field Grown Mix brings together trumpet-shaped flowers in pink, purple, rose and pale shades, with contrasting throats and star-like markings. Its leafy climbing stems add a colourful display to fences, balcony railings, trellises and arches.
The mix offers variation between plants, making each flowering display a little different. Heart-shaped green leaves fill the spaces between the blooms, while the twining stems grow quickly during warm weather.
Why Gardeners Love It
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Mixed Colours: Combines different flower shades and markings in one display.
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Climbing Growth: Adds colour to fences, arches and balcony supports.
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Leafy Cover: Heart-shaped foliage helps fill open trellises and railings.
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Repeated Flowers: Produces fresh blooms over several weeks.
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Container Suitable: Can grow in large pots beside a climbing support.
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Seed Quality: Tested for germination, with a high germination rate.
Best Conditions
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Germination: Usually 5–15 days; some seeds take longer
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Germination temperature: Around 20–30°C
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Sunlight: At least 6 hours of direct sunlight
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Pot size: A 12–14-inch pot, at least 12 inches deep
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Spacing: About 8–12 inches between plants
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Vine length: Usually around 8–12 feet with support
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Soil: Moderately fertile, moist and well-draining mix
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First flowers: Usually around 8–12 weeks after sowing
Sowing note: In Lahore and Faisalabad, sow from February to April once cold weather has eased. In Islamabad and Rawalpindi, sow from March to May after frost has passed. In Karachi and southern Punjab, sow from February to March, or again from August to September when extreme heat and heavy rain have eased. In colder northern and hilly areas, sow from April to June once the soil has warmed.
How to Sow
- Soak the seeds in lukewarm water for 12–24 hours, then drain.
- Prepare loose soil beside a support, or fill the final pot with moist potting mix.
- Place two seeds in each planting hole, around ½ inch deep.
- Cover with fine soil and water gently to settle the mix.
- Keep the surface lightly moist until seedlings appear.
- Once true leaves develop, thin each group to its strongest seedling.
Plant Care
Water at the base when the upper soil begins drying, wetting the full root zone. Trim shoots that grow beyond the intended display, especially around doors, windows and nearby plants.
Feed container-grown vines sparingly with Vermicompost during active growth. If leaves develop fine speckling or webbing, inspect their undersides for spider mites and treat affected growth with Neem Oil at its labelled dilution.
Local Gardener Tips
- Install supports before sowing to avoid disturbing the roots later.
- Add strings to broad balcony rails so young stems can grip them.
- Guide neighbouring vines onto separate strings before allowing them to meet higher up.
- Keep the vines on their own support so they do not climb through nearby shrubs.
Flowering and Display
The flowers open in the morning and usually close as temperatures rise. Cooler or cloudy weather can keep them open longer.
Grow several plants along a support for a fuller mixed display. Remove developing seed pods before they mature if extra seedlings are not wanted around the garden.
FAQs
Does every packet guarantee all the colours shown?
No. This is a mixed selection, and the proportion of colours can vary between packets. The product photo shows an example display, and each packet may produce a different balance of colours.
Can I grow it in a hanging basket?
Yes. Without an upright support, the stems can trail over the sides. Use a large, securely mounted basket with enough root space, and keep trailing stems clear of walkways.
Why are my seedlings collapsing at soil level?
If the stem becomes thin, dark or soft near the soil, damping off may be responsible. Remove affected seedlings, improve airflow and avoid keeping the mix saturated. For another sowing, use clean pots and fresh seed starter mix.
Common names: Morning Glory Field Grown Mix, Field Grown Morning Glory, Mixed Morning Glory, Ipomoea Field Grown
