Morning Glory Kikyo-Zaki Mixed is a distinctive Japanese flowering vine suited to Pakistan’s warm spring and monsoon growing seasons. Its flowers have narrow, divided or ruffled petals that create an unusual star-like shape, while some blooms may develop a semi-double appearance.
The twining vines grow best in full sunlight and can be trained over balcony grills, fences, trellises, arches and pergolas. Flowers may appear in blue, purple, pink, red and white, but the main appeal of this variety is its uncommon petal form.
💐 Growing Guide
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Sowing
- Gently scratch the hard seed coat or soak the seeds in water for 12 to 24 hours before sowing.
- Use either method. You do not need to scratch and soak the same seed.
- Sow the seeds ¼ to ½ inch deep and cover lightly with seed-starting mix.
- Sow directly near a climbing support or start each seed in a small pot.
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Germination & Transplanting
- Keep the growing mix warm and lightly moist, but not waterlogged.
- Move seedlings carefully when they have 2 to 3 true leaves.
- Keep the soil around the roots together to reduce disturbance.
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Spacing & Container Size
- Keep plants 8 to 12 inches apart.
- For one plant, use a pot at least 10 to 12 inches wide and 10 to 12 inches deep.
- Use a larger container when growing more than one vine together.
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Sunlight, Support & Watering
- Grow in full sunlight for healthy vines and better flowering.
- Guide young vines onto a balcony grill, fence, trellis, arch or pergola.
- Water when the top layer of soil starts to dry. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
- During monsoon sowing, make sure pots and garden soil drain well.
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Pests & Flower Care
- Check the vines regularly for aphids, mites and other common garden pests.
- Use neem oil only when pests appear.
- Remove old flowers to help support continued flowering and reduce unwanted self-seeding.
Additional Information
Other Names: Japanese Kikyo-Zaki Morning Glory, Kikyozaki Mixed Morning Glory, Ipomoea nil ‘Kikyo-Zaki Mixed’
Best Sowing Time: Sow from February to April in many parts of Punjab and Sindh after cold weather has passed. It may also be sown during the monsoon where rainfall is regular and drainage is good. In cooler northern areas, sow once the soil and weather become warm.
Flowering: The vines can flower through summer and into autumn under suitable conditions. New blooms normally open in the morning.
Life Cycle: Usually grown as an annual flowering climber.
Important: Morning Glory seeds can be harmful if swallowed. Keep them away from children and pets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Kikyo-Zaki different from ordinary Morning Glory?
Most Morning Glory varieties have smooth, rounded trumpet flowers. Kikyo-Zaki develops divided or ruffled petals that create star-like blooms, with some flowers appearing semi-double.
Will every flower have the same colour and form?
No. This is a mixed selection, so colours and petal forms can differ between plants. Some flowers may be more open and star-shaped, while others may look fuller or more ruffled.
How long does Morning Glory Kikyo-Zaki Mixed take to flower?
Seeds may sprout in about 1 to 3 weeks under warm conditions. Flowering commonly begins around 8 to 12 weeks after sowing, depending on temperature, sunlight and plant health.
