Dwarf Morning Glory Blue Ensign

10 Seeds

Dwarf Morning Glory 'Blue Ensign' is a compact annual flowering plant that produces brilliant sky-blue flowers with a bright white ring and a golden-yellow center. It forms a low, bushy mound about 20–30 cm tall, making it ideal for flower beds, borders, rock gardens, hanging baskets, window boxes, and containers. The flowers open in bright sunshine and close in the evening or during cloudy weather. It performs exceptionally well in the Gulf when grown during the cooler season.

Best Planting Time

• October to February (recommended)
• Can also be sown during late September in cooler Gulf regions.
• Avoid planting during the hottest summer months.

Seed Preparation

• Soak seeds in lukewarm water (25–30°C) for 8–12 hours before sowing to improve germination.
• No cold stratification is required.

Soil Preparation

Use light, fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

Recommended mix:

• 40% Garden soil
• 30% Compost
• 20% Coco peat
• 10% Perlite or coarse sand

Ideal soil pH:

• 6.0–7.5

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds directly into the garden or seed trays.
• Plant seeds 1–1.5 cm deep.
• Place 2–3 seeds per hole.
• Thin to the strongest seedling after germination.

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature: 18–24°C
• Ideal growing temperature: 18–28°C
• Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• In warmer Gulf areas, light afternoon shade helps prolong flowering.

Watering

• Keep the soil lightly moist during germination.
• Once established, water when the top 2–3 cm of soil becomes dry.
• Avoid overwatering, as the plant prefers slightly dry conditions between waterings.

Germination Time

• 7–14 days

Plant Spacing

• 20–25 cm between plants.
• 30–40 cm between rows.

Flowering

• Blooms approximately 8–10 weeks after sowing.
• Flowers continuously throughout the cool season.
• Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage prolonged blooming.

Fertilization

• Mix compost into the soil before planting.
• Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during flowering.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen, which promotes foliage instead of flowers.

Gulf Climate Tips

• Plant during the cooler months for the best flowering.
• Use raised beds or containers with excellent drainage.
• Apply a light layer of mulch to conserve soil moisture.
• Protect young plants from extreme afternoon heat if temperatures rise early.
• Monitor for aphids, spider mites, whiteflies, and powdery mildew.
• Blue Ensign is ideal for flower beds, borders, rock gardens, hanging baskets, window boxes, and balcony containers throughout the Gulf.