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Fast-climbing annual with vivid trumpet flowers that open in morning and close by afternoon. Soak seeds overnight before sowing. All parts toxic. Self-seeds in mild climates.
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae
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Thrives in the same full sun, moderate water conditions as Morning Glory
Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybugs, Parasitic wasps, Predatory mites, Minute pirate bugs to keep them in check — plant African MarigoldGreat, French MarigoldGood and LungwortGreat nearby.Start Morning Glory indoors about 4 weeks before your last frost. Seeds usually come up in around 7 days. Move seedlings out once the danger of frost has passed, in full sun, spaced about 30 cm apart. Expect the first blooms in roughly 70 days.
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Water: Medium · Height: 300 cm · Soil: Well-draining, average — rich soil promotes leaves over flowers
These three thrive alongside Morning Glory — and alongside each other.
