Dwarf Morning-Glory
About Dwarf Morning-Glory
This plant's branches form a 2-ft. mound and it pefers sandy, well-drained soil with low fertility. Fertilizer will prevent flowering, and it can be grown in baskets.
Taxonomy
Convolvulus tricolor
Convolvulus
Convolvulaceae
Solanales
Also known as
tricolour convolvulus and dwarf morning-glory
How to care for Dwarf Morning-Glory
Water
How often to water your Dwarf Morning-Glory
every 9
Dwarf Morning-Glory needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Dwarf Morning-Glory in your home
a window
Dwarf Morning-Glory love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Dwarf Morning-Glory does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Dwarf Morning-Glory in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Dwarf Morning-Glory
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Dwarf Morning-Glory after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Dwarf Morning-Glory is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Dwarf Morning-Glory prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Dwarf Morning-Glory requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Fertilizer
Dwarf Morning-Glory is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Dwarf Morning-Glory can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Dwarf Morning-Glory
Dwarf Morning-Glory
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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