Description

Funny Valentine Cypress Vine (Ipomoea quamoclit) is a dazzling, easy-to-grow climber that brings vibrant color to any garden. With 1″ tubular flowers in shades of red, pink, and white, this vine attracts hummingbirds and thrives in full sun. Growing 6'–20' tall, it’s ideal for trellises, fences, or creating a tropical-looking screen. The ferny foliage adds to its charm, providing an attractive backdrop throughout the bloom period from summer to frost. While beautiful, caution is needed as most parts of this plant are poisonous if ingested.

21 seeds.

Variety Info:

Botanical Name: Ipomoea quamoclit
Family: Convolvulaceae
Native: Mexico and South America
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 11 and 12; otherwise grown as an annual.
Plant Dimensions: 6'–20' vine
Variety Information: 1″ tubular red, pink, and white flowers.
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Attributes: Attracts Hummingbirds

Sowing Info:

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date.
When to Start Inside: 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting outside after your average last frost date. Roots are sensitive to disturbance; start in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly into the ground.
Days to Emerge: 5–15 days
Seed Depth: ½”
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 6″–12″
Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 6″–12″