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Morning Glory 'Star Of Yelta'

Ipomoea purpurea, Convolvulus purpureus, Pharbitis purpurea

Half-hardy Annual

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A stunning and very striking garden plant which can be used as a climber or ground cover subject. The large flower buds open to royal a deep purple, silk-like, 7cm (3in) bloom with rich red vein markings, forming a star from the very centre to the petal tips. You can also grow it in a container where it will cascade over the side, and if supported, will climb to form a dome. Flowers summer. Climber to approximately 180cm (6ft).

Flowering Period:
July, August, September
Sowing Months:
March, April
Position:
full sun
    • 1 packet (25 seeds)

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    • Despatch: Within 2 Days
    • £2.99
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Sow in early spring 3mm (1/8in) deep at 21-27C (70-80F) in a good seed compost. Soaking the seed for 2 hours in cold water before sowing is helpful. Keep compost damp but not wet, sealing in a polythene bag after sowing is helpful. Germination usually takes 5-14 days.

When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into 7.5cm (3in) pots and grow on in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost 30-45cm (12-18in) apart in a sunny spot on light well drained soil. Train up canes or trellis or grow as ground cover. For containers, after planting place the container in a sheltered spot for a few days to help the plants become established before moving to their permanent positions.

Caution: seeds are very poisonous

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes etc are delivered at the appropriate time for planting and will be stated on the product page or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

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  1. Luminous colour

    By fiona law 24-10-2011

    Once it's away, the flowers are prolific with luminous reddish purple flowers that really seem to glow from the centre of the trumpet. They scambled through my outside cordon tomatoes and climbing beans making a lovely display in the morning. Delightful colour clash with yellow tomato 'Golden Sunrise'!

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