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When to Plant Morning Glory in Wichita Falls, Texas (76310)

Location

Wichita Falls, Texas

ZIP Code

76310

USDA Zone

8a

Last Frost

Friday, March 20, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, April 3, 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 8a

Morning Glory (Ipomoea purpurea) is a popular garden vegetable. In Wichita Falls, Texas, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, April 3, 2026.

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