Morning Glory
Morning Glory Detailed Encyclopedia Introduction
Morning Glory is a beautiful climbing vine with trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in the morning, perfect for vertical gardens and trellises.
Basic Info
Family：Convolvulaceae
Scientific Name：Ipomoea purpurea
Origin：Tropical America
Flowering Period：Summer to Autumn
Height：2-3 meters
Lifespan：Annual
Morphology
Leaves：Heart-shaped leaves, smooth surface
Flowers：Trumpet-shaped flowers, various colors
Roots：Shallow root system
Stem：Climbing vine
Growth Habits
Soil Requirements：Well-drained fertile soil
Watering Needs：Keep soil moist
Light Requirements：Requires ample sunlight
Temperature Requirements：20-30°C
Classification & Varieties
Main Classifications
Ornamental Varieties
Professional Care
✂️ Pruning Management
Pruning Timing：Regular pruning during growing season
Pruning Method：Pinch back tips to encourage branching
Pruning Purpose：Control growth, promote flowering
Required Tools：Pruning shears, gloves
🛡️ Pest & Disease Management
Common Pests：
Common Diseases：
Prevention Measures：Maintain ventilation, avoid overcrowding
Treatment Methods：Use organic pesticides, remove affected parts
🌱 Fertilization Management
Fertilizer Type：Balanced NPK fertilizer
Fertilization Frequency：Once every two weeks during growing season
Fertilization Timing：Spring to autumn
Fertilization Amount：Follow package instructions
💧 Water Requirements
Watering Frequency：Daily in summer, every 2-3 days in spring/autumn
Watering Amount：Keep soil consistently moist
Watering Method：Water at base, avoid wetting leaves
Dehydration Signs：Wilting leaves, drooping flowers
Basic Care Tips
- •Requires full sun for best flowering
- •Provide support for climbing growth
- •Keep soil consistently moist
- •Pinch back tips to encourage branching
- •Deadhead regularly to prolong blooming
Ecology Value
Pollinators：Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds
Wildlife：Provides nectar for pollinators
Environmental Value：Purifies air, beautifies vertical spaces
Cultural Symbolism
Symbolic Meaning：Love, affection, mortality
Historical Background：Native to tropical America, widely cultivated worldwide
Related Festivals：Morning Glory Festival
Artistic Expression：Popular subject in Japanese art and literature