When to Plant and Harvest Morning Glory
Fast-growing climbing annual with vivid trumpet-shaped flowers that open each morning
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Best Time and Place to Plant Morning Glory
In USDA zone 7, the typical spring window is April 1 to May 15. Cooler zones usually plant later; warmer zones plant earlier.
Plant Morning Glory in a spot with 6+ hours of direct sun, soil warmed to 65F to 90F, and enough room for 6 inches between plants and 12 inches between rows.
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Planting Windows by Zone
| Zone | Spring | Fall |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | May 15 to June 15 | Spring only |
| Zone 2 | May 10 to June 10 | Spring only |
| Zone 3 | May 1 to June 1 | Spring only |
| Zone 4 | April 20 to May 30 | Spring only |
| Zone 5 | April 15 to May 25 | Spring only |
| Zone 6 | April 10 to May 20 | Spring only |
| Zone 7 | April 1 to May 15 | Spring only |
| Zone 8 | March 20 to May 10 | Spring only |
| Zone 9 | March 10 to May 1 | August 1 to September 15 |
| Zone 10 | February 15 to April 15 | August 15 to October 1 |
| Zone 11 | January 15 to March 15 | September 1 to November 1 |
| Zone 12 | January 1 to March 1 | October 1 to December 1 |
| Zone 13 | Year-round | Year-round |
Spacing and Care
- Planting depth: 0.5 inches deep
- Spacing: 6 inches apart, 12 inches between rows
- Soil temperature: 65F to 90F
- Sunlight: 6+ hours
- Watering: 0.5-1 inch per week; drought tolerant; avoid overwatering
- Days to harvest: 60
Fertilization
- Compost organic: Light dressing only; rich soil causes foliage over flowers
Companion Plants
- Corn
- Fence structures
- Climbing vegetables
Avoid Planting Near
No avoid-planting conflicts are listed yet.
Check any pair, and see which pairings have research behind them, on the Companion Planting Desk.
Harvest Signs
- Flowers open in morning and close by afternoon
- Blooms prolifically from midsummer until frost
- Allow seedheads to dry for next years seeds
- Deadhead to encourage more blooms or allow to self-sow
Track picks and rate the season on the Harvest Log.
FAQs
When should I plant Morning Glory?
Morning Glory planting depends on your USDA hardiness zone. In USDA zone 7, the typical spring window is April 1 to May 15. Cooler zones usually plant later; warmer zones plant earlier.
What is the best time of year to plant Morning Glory?
The best time of year to plant Morning Glory is when your zone planting window is open and soil temperatures are around 65F to 90F. In USDA zone 7, the typical spring window is April 1 to May 15. Cooler zones usually plant later; warmer zones plant earlier.
Where is the best place to plant Morning Glory?
Plant Morning Glory in a spot with 6+ hours of direct sun, soil warmed to 65F to 90F, and enough room for 6 inches between plants and 12 inches between rows.
How far apart should I plant Morning Glory?
Plant Morning Glory about 6 inches apart, with rows around 12 inches apart.
What grows well with Morning Glory?
Morning Glory is commonly paired with Corn, Fence structures, Climbing vegetables.
How long does Morning Glory take to grow?
Morning Glory is typically ready to harvest in about 60 days under good conditions. Use the harvest signs below rather than the calendar alone.
How do I know when to harvest Morning Glory?
Harvest Morning Glory when flowers open in morning and close by afternoon. Blooms prolifically from midsummer until frost Allow seedheads to dry for next years seeds