Convolvulus tricolor 'Ensign Red'
Dwarf Morning Glory
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Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Ensign Red') - Description
Create a bold splash of color that can be seen from across the garden- or even the street! A unique breakthrough color never before seen in dwarf morning glories, 'Ensign Red' has upward facing 2" blooms in bright cherry red with white rings and yellow centers. Low-growing, compact plants actually prefer dry, poor soil, so plant a lot of these low maintenance showstoppers. Ht: 14".
Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Ensign Red') - Blooming
Flowers resemble those of true Morning Glories (Ipomoea tricolor). The flowers are trumpet shaped often times blue, sometimes with a yellow throat. Some species have pink flowers in the summer.
Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Ensign Red') - Growth
Some species in this genus grow as a creeping vine and rarely get taller than 6 inches off the ground, whereas other species, such as the Bush Morning Glory (C. cneorum), can get as tall as 4 ft. Does best in full sun.
Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Ensign Red') - Planting
Plants spread via rhizomes which can be used for easy propagation.
Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Ensign Red') - Pest
Spider mites and aphids may cause problems. Other issues include leaf spots and rust.
Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Ensign Red') - Soil and irrigation
Does best in poor to moderately fertile soils that are well-draining. Water freely during the growing season, keep just moist in winter.
