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When to Plant Morning Glory in Lindenwood, Illinois (61049)

Location

Lindenwood, Illinois

ZIP Code

61049

USDA Zone

5b

Last Frost

Saturday, April 25, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Saturday, May 9, 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 5b

Morning Glory (Ipomoea purpurea) is a popular garden vegetable. In Lindenwood, Illinois, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, you should direct sow seeds around Saturday, May 9, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Saturday, April 25, 2026. Morning Glory grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.