Ferry-Morse Morning Glory Seeds - Grandpa Ott
- Safe for bees
- Easy-to-grow
- Grows best in full sun/partial shade
- 10-14 days to germination
Find In StoreGrandpa Ott Morning Glory is a half-hardy annual flower. It produces vibrant blooms throughout the summer, making it a reliable addition to any garden. Grandpa Ott is a very old morning glory variety that has dramatic dark purple flowers with a red star. It has been cherished by gardeners since the 19th Century for it's deep color and vibrant blooms.
Its leaves are mid to dark green and heart-shaped, a strong foliage for the trumpet-shaped blooms. They flower in the early morning, from summer until frost. Morning glory blooms are a signature feature of any garden, delivering a vibrant splash of color each day. Please note that morning glory seeds are for planting purposes only. Toxic to animals and humans if ingested. Keep seeds out of the reach of pets and children.
Growing Information- Non-Neonic: Safe for Bees
- Grows Best In: Full Sun/Partial Shade
- Days to Germination: 10-14 Days
- Best Container Size: 18"+
- Growing Height: 120-144"
- Water Needs: Average (1-2/week)
- Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
- Botanical Name: Ipomoea
- Approximate Number of Seeds Per Packet: 25
- Plant Type: Flower
- Plant Lifecycle: Annual
- Pelleted Seed Count: 15-30
- Fill Weight: 0.8 gram
- Days To Bloom: 50-80 Days
- Landscape Use: Espalier Tolerance: Drought Tolerant
- Growing Seasons: Spring/Summer/Fall
- Harvest/Bloom Seasons: Summer/Fall
After all danger of frost, sow Grandpa Ott Morning Glory Flower seeds in open ground well exposed. Cover with 0.25" of soil. To speed germination, nick seeds and soak overnight in warm water When plants are 4" tall, thin. Does not transplant well
- Planting Depth: 0.25"
- Seed Spacing: Sow Grandpa Ott Morning Glory Flower seeds roughly 6" apart
Excellent for porches, trellises or fences. Use stout cord on which vines may climb. If lush growth and no flowers, stop watering
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