Cypress Vine White

What Cypress Vine White is

Cypress Vine White (Ipomoea pennata) is an annual flower of the bindweed family (Convolvulaceae). Ipomoea quamoclit, also known as cypress vine, is easy to grow from seed; this vine is distinguished by feathery, fern-like bright green leaves that add beauty and texture.

Cypress vine plants grow well in sun or partial shade.

They are not fussy about soil quality, but it must have good drainage.

Once the plant is well established, it can withstand periods of drought.

Morning glory is the fastest climbing flower — within a few weeks it covers a fence, gazebo or balcony railing with trumpets in blue, purple, pink and white.

Key features

• Measured germination rate of the batch: 85%
• Seeds per packet: 23–32 pcs (0.4 g)
• Seed origin: Tanzania
• Sowing: April and May; direct
• Flowering: June – November
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Cypress Vine White

Cypress Vine White seeds are sown in April and May. The plants flower in June – November. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Cypress Vine White

• Sowing method: direct
• Depth: 1–2 cm
• Spacing: 20–30 cm, next to a support
• Germination: 5–10 days at 20–25 °C
• Position: sunny spot

Sow the seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last spring frost, or outdoors once the danger of frost has passed. Using small pots, sow the flower seeds on moist seed-starting mix and cover with 0.3 cm of soil. Keep the seeds moist until germination.

Soak the seeds for 12–24 hours or lightly nick the seed coat. Sow directly into warm soil next to a trellis, fence or string. Do not over-fertilise — rich soil produces leaves instead of flowers.

Flowering and uses

The flowers open in the morning and close in the afternoon; flowers from July until the frosts. The seeds are poisonous — keep away from children and animals.

Frequently asked questions

When should Cypress Vine White be sown?

The recommended sowing months are April and May. Sowing method: direct.

How many seeds are in the packet?

The packet contains 23–32 seeds, pack size 0.4 g.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 85%. The test was carried out under controlled laboratory conditions; in the field, emergence depends on soil, temperature and moisture.

Why are morning glory seeds soaked before sowing?

The seed coat is hard — soaking for 12–24 hours speeds up germination to a few days.

How tall does morning glory grow?

Depending on the variety — 2–4 m in one season, if it has support.