Morning Glory Ipomoea Quamoclit Red Feather

Morning Glory Ipomoea Quamoclit Red Feather

An unusual ipomoea variety producing stems and foliage that give the appearance of fine feathers and can reach 20ft in ideal conditions. The stunning slender-tubed starry scarlet red flowers about 1.5in long flowers are produced in abundance.   Unlike the aggressive standard Morning glory varieties this is more delicate and tender and benefits from shelter to thrive, although the flowers last much longer.

Cultivation Advice Morning Glory Ipomoea Quamoclit Red Feather

Days To Germination:  5-14
Planting Depth:  1/4 – 3/4 inch
Spacing, Plant: 6-8 inches
Light:  Full Sun

• Soak seeds overnight in warm water for 24 hours before planting in early to mid spring under cover with warmth. Cover seed with1/4 to 3/4 inch fine soil. Keep soil moderately moist during germination. 
• These can be planted directly outside after the soil has warmed in late spring.
• Thin to 6 to 8 inches when seedlings are 4 inches tall and acclimatise steadily outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.
• These will require support to ramble.
  Do not over-water or fertilize. Plant in full sun in well drained somewhat poor soil.
• This is a cultivated variety that does not spread or become invasive like its wild cousin and will die with the first frost.