Cypress Vine Seeds - Rose
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
3 - 10
HEIGHT
78 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Early summer to early fall
BLOOM COLOR
Rose
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Well drained soil, pH 6.6 to 7.5
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
HOUSE PLANT
No
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Cypress Vine Rose (Ipomoea Pennata Rose) - Hummingbirds cannot resist Cypress Vines! The star-shaped rose colored blooms are rich in nectar, and hummingbirds love them. To bring hummingbirds to your garden, start Cypress Vine flower seeds and grow this twining vine that grows easily and quickly.
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 14 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Cover with 1/8 inch soil
SOWING RATE
2 - 3 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
9 - 12 inches
Cypress Vine Rose (Ipomoea Pennata Rose) - Cypress Vines grow so quickly that they are great for creating a concealing screen or providing a spot of shade when they are given a trellis or pergola to climb. A wonderful summer addition to any landscape! Not surprisingly, the Ipomoea vine is also sometimes called Hummingbird Vine or Star Glory, and the common names are very appropriate. The blooms are not only gorgeous, but the foliage is as well. It is feathery, bright green and thick.
Common Questions
Can I start seeds indoors?
Cypress vine is very easy to start outside and does not need to be started inside, however you can start them inside 2-5 weeks before the last frost. Be very careful when handling the seedlings so as not to damage the roots.
Does cypress vine attract any pollinators to my garden?
Yes, cypress vines attract bees and butterflies to the garden. They particularly attract hummingbirds and are sometimes called Hummingbird Vines.
Should cypress vines be deadheaded?
Yes, spent flowers should be removed to keep prolong your bloom season.
Why is my cypress vine not blooming?
Ensure that your cypress vine is placed in full sun as they do not bloom well in the shade. Avoid overfeeding it with high nitrogen fertilizer as an excess of nitrogen can result in a lush plant but with minimal or no flowers.
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