Moonflower Seeds – White

Moonflower Seeds – White Variety produce elegant, fragrant blooms that open in the evening, filling the garden with a soft, luminous glow. Known for their large, white, trumpet-shaped flowers and twining vines, Moonflowers are ideal for night gardens, trellises, fences, and pergolas. The blossoms release a pleasant fragrance at dusk, attracting nocturnal pollinators such as moths.

This fast-growing vine thrives in warm climates and full sun, offering lush green foliage by day and spectacular white blooms by night. Moonflowers are easy to grow and add a touch of nighttime charm to any outdoor space.

Features:

• Type: Annual climbing vine

• Common Name (US): Moonflower

• Scientific Name: Ipomoea alba

• Variety: White

• Flower Color: Pure white

• Bloom Size: 5–6 inches wide

• Growth Habit: Vigorous, twining vine

• Height: Up to 10–15 feet (3–4.5 m)

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Regular, moderate moisture

• Bloom Time: Summer to early fall

• Fragrance: Sweet, pleasant scent

• Special Feature: Night-blooming flowers; attracts pollinators

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring to early summer after the last frost

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 9–11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)

• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after frost or start indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost

• Seed Preparation: Nick or soak seeds 24 hours before planting for better germination

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Germination Temperature: 70–80°F (21–27°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)

• Support Requirement: Requires trellis or fence for climbing

• Mature Plant Height: 10–15 feet (3–4.5 m)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (5–7): May to September

  • Mid Zones (8–9): April to October

  • Southern Zones (10–11): March to November

• Maintenance: Low; prune or pinch to control growth

• Uses: Fences, trellises, pergolas, night gardens, and vertical displays