Hardy or sensitive to frost?

The hardy cultivar of morning glory

Most species of morning glory (Ipomoea) are naturally short-lived, which is why, for example, the long shoots of these winds do not lignify. In their country of origin, Mexico, the morning glory can grow longer than a summer due to the lack of frost. In this country, on the other hand, the morning glory wilts quickly from the first frost, which is why they are often pulled up and composted immediately in autumn. The relatively new cultivar Ipomoea "Blue Hardy" with its blue flower funnels is said to be an exception to the ability to hibernate. The variety bred from the Ipomoea indica should sprout anew every year after winter and thus reach a height of up to 5 meters.

Hibernate morning glories in the house

The non-winter hardy types of morning glory can also theoretically be saved over the winter. For this, the potted specimens must

before the frostcut back vigorously and a cool and bright one Location in the house be asked. With a little luck and only a little irrigation water, you will be able to ensure that the morning glory forms fresh shoots at the end of winter. However, the supposed lead over fresh young plants in the morning glory is hardly worth the effort of care in winter.

Reasons for growing young plants from seeds

In the morning glory there is actually no particular need for the plants to be overwintered. The artful climbers are uncomplicated anyway from seedsprefer and grow to a height of 3 or 4 meters within a few weeks. You can either purchase the seeds you need from specialist retailers in constantly changing colors, or you can harvest the seeds yourself from the plants. In addition, the following reasons speak against wintering in the house:

• Plants and seeds are especially useful for animals and pets poisonous
• unnecessary use of floor space in the house
• fresh seedlings usually sprout healthier and stronger
• Pests can accidentally be overwintered with