Moonflower

Ipomoea Alba

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Overview

Ipomoea alba, known as Moonflower, is a fast-growing vine reaching lengths up to 15 feet. This nocturnal bloomer unfurls fragrant, white blossoms up to 6 inches in diameter at dusk, lending a mystical ambiance to evening gardens. Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in USDA zones 10-12, with full sun to partial shade. Excellent for trellises or fences, Moonflower attracts night pollinators, adding dynamic life to the landscape.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–10Climate Subtropical

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — This nocturnal bloomer unfurls fragrant

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Convolvulaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — To maintain a neat appearance and encourage more blooms, deadhead spent flowers regularly

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — it's easily managed with pruning and provides instant charm as it covers arbors; white blossoms up to 6 inches in, image 66

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — or fences.<br><br>It's important to note that all parts of the Moonflower are toxic if ingested; and occasionally more, image 67

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — white flowers in the garden

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — is a captivating nocturnal bloomer perfect for clients seeking an evening garden spectacle; preferring well-drained soil, it

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — scientifically known as Ipomoea alba; white flowers in the garden

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — Excellent for trellises or fences, Moonflower attracts night pollinators, adding dynamic life to the landscape; this annual prefers

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — vine with white blooms

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — vine for full

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — scientifically known as Ipomoea alba; white flowers in the garden, image 79

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — Ipomoea alba, known as Moonflower, is a fast-growing vine reaching lengths up to 15 feet; lending a mystical ambiance to evening

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — This nocturnal bloomer unfurls fragrant; pure white flowers that can span 5 to 6 inches across

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — Ipomoea alba, known as Moonflower, is a fast-growing vine reaching lengths up to 15 feet; lending a mystical ambiance, image 49

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — white blossoms up to 6 inches in diameter at dusk; it's easily managed with pruning and provides instant charm as it covers arbors

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — lending a mystical ambiance to evening gardens; ipomoea alba, known as Moonflower, is a fast-growing vine reaching lengths up to 15

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — In addition to their visual allure; this vigorous twining vine can reach heights of 10 to 15 feet, image 84

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in USDA zones 10-12, with full sun to partial shade; is a captivating, image 77

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — or fences.<br><br>It's important to note that all parts of the Moonflower are toxic if ingested; and occasionally more with proper

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — pure white flowers that can span 5 to 6 inches across; this nocturnal bloomer unfurls fragrant, image 83

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — lending a mystical ambiance to evening gardens; ipomoea alba, known as Moonflower, is a fast-growing vine reaching, image 76

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — these trumpet-shaped blossoms emit a subtle; the Moonflower requires well-draining soil with moderate moisture, image 61

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — it's easily managed with pruning and provides instant charm as it covers arbors; white blossoms up to 6 inches in diameter at dusk

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in USDA zones 10-12, with full sun to partial shade; is a captivating nocturnal bloomer

Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — This nocturnal bloomer unfurls fragrant; pure white flowers that can span 5 to 6 inches across, image 74

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