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Cypressvine Star Glory Flower Seeds Packet

$4.95
Cypressvine Star Glory (Ipomoea quamoclit), also known simply as Cypress Vine, is a fast-growing, twining annual vine that belongs to the morning glory family (Convolvulaceae). This plant is cherished for its delicate, feathery foliage and striking, star-shaped flowers that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators. Cypressvine is commonly grown as an ornamental climber for trellises, fences, and arbors. Its ability to thrive in various conditions, coupled with its rapid growth, makes it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking quick vertical coverage.Cypressvine Star Glory is a fast-growing, ornamental vine that adds beauty, height, and pollinator attraction to gardens. With its delicate foliage, star-shaped flowers, and climbing habit, it is an excellent choice for trellises, fences, and vertical gardening.
Product Detail
  • Plant Type: Annual
  • Genus: Ipomoea
  • Species: Quamoclit
  • Plant Height/Width: 6 - 15' h x 1' w
  • Season: Blooms during the summer
  • Exposure: Sun
  • Difficulty: Easy to Grow
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When to start?

  • plant in spring

Where to start and how to sow?

  • Start Inside: Sow in pots about 4 weeks before the last frost. Keep at 65-80°F. Cover with humidity-dome to retain moisture until germination occurs.
  • Direct sow: about two weeks after the last frost, when the soil has warmed. Plant ¼-1/2" deep.

How to keep happy?

  • Mix in 2" of compost prior to planting and apply a flower fertilizer at bud set for more abundant blooming.
  • Avoid nitrogen fertilizers that favor foliage growth over flower development. Water about 1" per week, more during especially dry, hot spells.

Cypress vine

Pre Planting Prep

Don't forget to nick the seeds or soak over night before planting. They have a hard shell and need a little help getting started.

Pre Planting Prep

Don't forget to nick the seeds or soak over night before planting. They have a hard shell and need a little help getting started.

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The Brief and Glorious History of the Purple Peas

In 1828, Cypress vine was hailed as the "most beautiful annual vine," adorning gardens with crimson stars. As summer takes hold, it ascends tall poles, crafting a vertical spectacle in cottage gardens. Infused with romance, every tendril and bloom symbolizes love and passion. Its star-shaped flowers resonate with timeless tales, from Chinese legends of star-crossed lovers to Victorian tributes to eternal love, immortalized on gravestones.

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