Light & Location

• Sunlight: Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering.
• Ideal Spots: Garden fences, trellises, balconies, or any vertical space with good sun exposure.

🌱 Soil & Seed Preparation

• Soil Type: Prefers well-draining soil; sandy or loamy soil works best.
• Seed Prep: Nick the seed coat or soak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours before planting to improve germination speed.

🌿 Planting Instructions

• Sowing Time:

  • Indoors: Start seeds 4–6 weeks before the last frost.

  • Outdoors: Direct sow after the last frost in mid to late spring.
• Seed Depth: Sow seeds about ¼ inch deep.
• Spacing: Space plants 6–12 inches apart to allow room for vine spread.

💧 Watering & Care

• Watering: Keep soil moderately moist, especially during germination. Avoid waterlogging.
• Fertilizing: Use a balanced fertilizer sparingly; too much nitrogen can reduce flowering.

🪴 Support & Growth

• Support Structure: Provide a trellis, fence, or arbor—Ipomoea vines grow rapidly and can reach 10–15 feet in a season.
• Pruning: Trim back excess growth to encourage bushier vines and more blooms.

🌼 Flowering & Maintenance

• Bloom Time: Typically blooms from early summer to fall.
• Deadheading: Not required, but removing spent flowers can tidy the plant.
• Pests/Diseases: Generally pest-resistant; watch for aphids or fungal issues in overly damp conditions.