Ipomoea tricolor 'Mailbox Mix' (Morning Glory 'Mailbox Mix')


Michael's Opinion

A fast growing annual vine suitable for arbours, railings and fences. An interesting mix of colours, with some blooms blue with white throats or vice versa, and some either of the two pure colours.

Botanical Information

FamilyConvolvulaceae
GenusIpomoea
Speciestricolor
Cultivar'Mailbox Mix'
CategoryAnnuals
TypeVine
OriginHorticultural origin. A cross between 'Heavenly Blue' and 'Pearly Gates'.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height3 m
Spread1 m
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August, September, October

Description and Growing Information

PropagationSeed sown in early spring in fibre pots indoors or directly in the ground after the risk of frost has passed.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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