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When to Plant Morning Glory in Waite, Maine (04492)

Location

Waite, Maine

ZIP Code

04492

USDA Zone

5a

Last Frost

Sunday, May 10, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Sunday, May 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 5a

Morning Glory (Ipomoea purpurea) is a popular garden vegetable. In Waite, Maine, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, May 24, 2026.

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