Pink Cyprus Vine – 5 Seeds

Pink Cyprus Vine (Ipomoea quamoclit) is a fast-growing, warm-weather annual climbing vine prized for its delicate, fern-like foliage and vibrant pink star-shaped flowers. Although it is part of the morning glory family, the flowers are very tiny in comparison. They are only about 25 mm long and 17 mm in diameter.

The flowers grow in small clusters and have a long, slender tubular throat that flares open into five pointed lobes to form a perfect little star. The bright green leaves are pinnately divided into fine, threadlike segments, giving the vine a lacy, feathery, or “fern-like” appearance.

Growing Pink Cyprus Vine

Indoor Sowing: Not Recommended.

Direct Sowing: Spring.

• Since the plants do not like to be transplanted, it is recommended to direct sow the seeds.
• Plant after any threat of frost and once the ground has warmed up.
• Pick a site that gets plenty of sun. They will tolerate some very light shade, but bloom their best in full sun.
• Nick the seeds with a nail file or sandpaper and soak seeds in warm water the night before sowing. The seeds will take up water quickly and germinate faster in the ground.
• Sow the seeds seeds 20 – 25cm apart and only a few cm from a place where the vines can climb.
• In a container, erect a trellis or grow them near a railing so they can be supported.
• Cover lightly with soil and water thoroughly.
• Keep the soil moist until germination.
• Keep young seedlings well watered.
• Although it grows best on fertile soil, don’t over fertilize your plants or you’ll get mostly leaves, fewer flowers and they will bloom later in the season.