Morning Glory Early Call
Morning Glory Early Call
Early Call has huge showy blossoms a full 4 inches across. The luminous flowers unfurl anew each morning to greet you in a watercolor wash of pink, magenta, pearly white, chocolate, lavender and sky-blue, many encircled with a dainty white edging. They bloom continuously from midsummer atop strong climbing vines with captivating fleur-de-lis shaped leaves.
ANNUAL VINE
Summer/fall bloom
Frost tender
TO START OUTDOORS
In late spring once weather is warm and settled and nights stay above 50°F (10°C) plant seeds in a sunny spot in ordinary garden soil 2 to 3 inches apart and 1/2 inch deep. Firm soil over seeds.
TO START EARLY INDOORS
Sow indoors 4 or 5 weeks before last expected frost in individual pots of seed starting mix. Cover 1⁄2 inch deep and keep warm and moist. Provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outdoors. Transplant very carefully once nights stay above 50°F (10°C) and before seedlings get too crowded. Thin or transplant seedlings 6 to 8 inches apart. Avoid disturbing roots.
Plant In |
Sun/Shade |
Planting Depth |
Space Seeds |
Days to Germinate |
Mature Height |
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April - June
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Full Sun
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1/2 inch
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2 - 3 inches
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7 - 10 days
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6 - 8 feet
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