Description
| Seeds | 30 seeds $2.35 |
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Grandpa Ott’s (Annual, Self-Seeding)
Heritage: Germany (Bavaria)
Arriving in North America in the early 1900’s with the Ott family, this was one of the founding varieties of the USA Seed Savers Exchange in the early 1970’s.
This wonderful variety deserves to be grown on every sunny side of your house or barn! Vines can grow up to 15ft (4m) with adequate support. Flowers are deep rich velvet purple, with a slight fuchsia throat. Very prolific, with cascades of flowers! We have witnessed hummingbirds sample the nectar from our Grandpa Otts on several occasions! Even the bees and butterflies make daily visitations. Drought tolerant. (40 seeds/g)
Attracts Beneficials: Bees, Butterflies, Ladybugs, Hummingbirds
Excellent Companion Plant for: Pole Beans
Tips for Growing Magnificent Morning Glorys! Morning Glorys are a self-seeding annual that thrive in average soils in full sun, with little wind. They can be started in-doors, but we prefer to direct seed once the soil temperature has warmed to 65ºF (18ºC). For best germination, soak seeds in warm water for 12 hours before planting. Plant seeds 1/2” (1cm) deep. Cover with soil, and gently tamp/press down so that the seeds are in contact with the earth. Lightly water, ensuring the soil remains moist, but not over-watered. Thin to 4” (10cm) apart. Do not over-fertilize, or all you will have is greenery! Morning Glorys usually germinate within 7-21 days (65-75ºF/18-23ºC).
