Product Review
Populate a fence or trellis with the Grandpa Ott Morning Glory, from freshly harvested Ipomoea purpurea flower seeds. Depending on lighting conditions, Grandpa Ott will produce violet colored blooms, with white-pink throats. The trumpet shaped flowers open up to about 3 inches in diameter, exposing a magenta colored star, on it's saucer like petals. Each plant will grow to an astounding 7 to 13 feet in length. This heirloom vine has been used for decades, to cover old fences with it's attractive, spade shaped leaves and cheery flowers. It is also used on porches and balconies, covering railings, posts and pillars as well. Although Grandpa Ott Morning Glory is sought after by many gardeners across the world, you might be surprised to learn that in some states, it is considered an invasive species. You should consider checking into which varieties of Morning Glory plants are allowed in your state, if any at all. The plants themselves do not require much maintenance and grow vigorously when left unattended for weeks at a time.
- Historic Heirloom: Grandpa Ott Morning Glory, with its deep indigo blooms and dark star pattern, is an iconic heirloom flower pivotal in seed-saving movements.
- Vigorous Climber: Known for climbing up to 10 feet or more, it's perfect for trellises or fences, blooming from summer into fall with potential self-sowing.
- Planting Tips: For best germination, nick and soak seeds, plant in well-drained soil post-frost, offering full sun to partial shade.
- Garden Benefits: Attracts pollinators, enhancing garden ecosystems, while also holding cultural significance in preserving plant heritage.
- Quality: All seeds packaged by Seed Needs are intended for the current and the following growing seasons. All seeds are stored in a temperature controlled facility that is free of significant amounts of moisture.
- Quantity: Seed Needs offers generous quantities. You can share with friends and family, or you can save the extra seeds until the following season, if properly stored.
- Packets: Each seed packet displays an artful illustration of the variety to be grown, as well as detailed seed sowing information on the reverse side. They measure 3.25" wide by 4.50" tall.
- Promise: Seed Needs will never knowingly supply GMO based seed products. The vast majority of our seeds are open pollinated & heirloom, with the exception of a few hybrids.
- Germination: Seed Needs packets contain some of the freshest seed available. Direct from the growers. If sown correctly, you will begin seeing results in only a matter of days.
- Freshness - All seeds are packaged in tear resistant and moisture resistant packaging. This keeps the seeds a whole lot fresher than the competitions selection!
