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When to Plant Morning Glory in York Harbor, Maine (03911)

Location

York Harbor, Maine

ZIP Code

03911

USDA Zone

6a

Last Frost

Monday, April 20, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Monday, May 4, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Morning Glory directly outdoors 2 weeks after your last frost date โ€” it needs warm soil.

๐ŸŒฟ Plant Details

Scientific Name Ipomoea purpurea
Days to Maturity 65 days
Mature Height 72-120"
Spread 12"

โ˜€๏ธ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Low to Moderate

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 5-10 days

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Growing Morning Glory in Zone 6a

Morning Glory (Ipomoea purpurea) is a popular garden vegetable. In York Harbor, Maine, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, May 4, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Monday, April 20, 2026. Morning Glory grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.