Morning Glory Flying saucer flower seeds 10 seed pack Imported

Morning Glory Flying saucer plants from seeds is a simple and satisfying way to add vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers to your garden. Morning glories (genus Ipomoea) are fast-growing vines that can easily cover fences, trellises, and walls, producing colorful flowers in shades of blue, purple, pink, and white.

Here’s how to grow morning glory seeds successfully:

Materials Needed:

• Morning glory seeds
• Water
• Small container or bowl
• Sandpaper or nail file (optional, for scarifying seeds)
• Seed-starting mix or regular potting soil
• Pots or seed trays (if starting indoors)
• Garden space or containers (for transplanting)

Morning Glory Flying saucer Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Prepare the Seeds

• Scarify the seeds (optional): Morning glory seeds have a tough outer shell that can slow germination. To speed up the process, gently rub the seeds with sandpaper or nick them with a nail file to break the hard outer layer.
• Soak the seeds: Place the seeds in a bowl of warm water and let them soak for 8–12 hours or overnight. This helps soften the seed coat, promoting quicker germination.

2. Choose the Right Time

• Plant indoors: If you’re starting seeds indoors, plant them about 4–6 weeks before the last expected frost in your area.
• Plant outdoors: Morning glories thrive in warm weather, so wait until all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed up. In most climates, planting after the last frost in spring works well.

3. Prepare the Soil

• Indoor planting: Use seed-starting mix or a light potting mix in small pots or seed trays. Ensure the soil is well-draining.
• Outdoor planting: Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil. Morning glories grow best in soil that is not too rich, so they don’t need heavy fertilization.

4. Plant the Seeds

• Indoor planting: Plant each seed about ¼ inch (0.5 cm) deep in the soil. Space them about 2 inches (5 cm) apart in seed trays or pots.
• Outdoor planting: When planting directly in the garden, plant the seeds ½ inch (1.5 cm) deep and space them about 6–12 inches (15–30 cm) apart, depending on the variety.

5. Watering

• After planting, water the soil gently to keep it moist. Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid soaking it. Good moisture is essential for germination, but be careful not to overwater and cause the seeds to rot.
• Once the seeds have sprouted, reduce watering slightly, but still ensure the soil remains lightly moist.

6. Germination

• Indoors: Seeds should germinate in about 7–14 days if kept in a warm area (70–75°F or 21–24°C).
• Outdoors: Germination typically takes about 7–14 days as well, but it depends on the weather. Warm temperatures will speed up the process.