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When to Plant Morning Glory in Balsam Grove, North Carolina (28708)

Location

Balsam Grove, North Carolina

ZIP Code

28708

USDA Zone

7a

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, April 24, 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 7a

Morning Glory (Ipomoea purpurea) is a popular garden vegetable. In Balsam Grove, North Carolina, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, April 24, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Morning Glory grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.