Growing Morning Glory in Zone 2A

Morning glories are fast-growing vines that cover a trellis in weeks, bearing trumpet-shaped flowers that open each morning and close by afternoon.

Zone 2A has a short growing season — start seeds indoors when possible and use season-extending techniques like cold frames and row covers.

Top Growing Tips

• Nick or soak seeds in water for 24 hours before planting for faster germination
• Direct sow after last frost — does not transplant well
• Blooms best in poor to average soil — rich soil promotes leaves over flowers
• Self-seeds aggressively and can be invasive in warm climates
• Flowers close in afternoon and don’t open on cloudy days

Companion Planting

Good companions: pole beans, squash, corn (use on same trellis structure)

Avoid planting near: Rich, heavily-amended soil

Harvest Timeline

Ornamental; collect seeds before pods split for replanting

About Zone 2A

USDA Hardiness Zone 2A has an average last spring frost around May 30 and first fall frost around Sep 1. All planting dates above are calculated from these frost dates. Your specific location may vary — check with your local extension office for the most accurate dates.