Moonflower Organic Seeds (Ipomoea alba) Fragrant night-blooming vines with giant white flowers for trellises and moon gardens
Minimum: 10+ Seeds
Transform your garden into a twilight paradise with Moonflower, the enchanting heirloom vine that comes alive after sunset. Perfect for home gardeners, ornamental growers, seed collectors, and night garden enthusiasts, Moonflower brings drama, fragrance, and a touch of magic to trellises, fences, and moon gardens. Each vine is a living spectacle, unfurling giant, snow-white blossoms that glow in the evening light while filling the air with a captivating, sweet aroma.
Why Moonflower Captivates Gardeners:
Moonflower is a vigorous climber, reaching 10–15 feet in a single season under the right conditions. Its large, white, trumpet-shaped flowers open in the late afternoon or evening, providing nightly visual impact and a magnet for nocturnal pollinators such as moths. The lush green foliage creates a dense canopy for trellises or arbors, making it perfect for privacy screens, vertical gardens, or dramatic landscape accents. Each bloom lasts just one night, creating a sense of ephemeral wonder that keeps gardeners returning for the next evening’s show.
Key Features:
🌿 Giant Night-Blooming Flowers – Dramatic white blooms that open at dusk and perfume the air
🪴 Vigorous Climbing Vine – Reaches 10–15 feet, ideal for trellises, fences, and pergolas
🌙 Moon Garden Essential – Perfect for night-themed gardens and evening enjoyment
🦋 Pollinator-Friendly – Attracts moths and other nocturnal insects
🌱 Open-Pollinated & Organic – Non-GMO, ideal for seed saving and sustainable gardening
💫 Ephemeral Beauty – Blooms last one night, creating magical nightly displays
Cultural & Historical Significance:
Native to tropical America, Moonflower has been cultivated for centuries for its striking night-time blooms and captivating fragrance. Its poetic allure has inspired gardeners, artists, and herbalists alike. In addition to its ornamental appeal, Moonflower vines are part of traditional gardens that celebrate nocturnal beauty and aromatic experiences. This heirloom variety brings a touch of heritage magic to modern gardens while maintaining easy care for gardeners of all levels.
Growing Tips for Success:
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Sowing: Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost or direct sow after soil warms above 65°F
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Soil: Prefers well-draining, fertile soil with moderate moisture
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Sun: Full sun ensures strong growth and prolific flowering
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Spacing: Plant 12–18 inches apart at the base; provide sturdy support for climbing
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, particularly during early growth
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Days to Bloom: 70–90 days from sowing to first fragrant blossoms
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Germination Tip: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting to encourage rapid germination
Why Grow Moonflower?
🌜 Home Gardeners & Night Garden Enthusiasts: Create a stunning evening display that delights the senses
🌿 Ornamental Growers: Perfect for trellises, pergolas, or vertical garden features
🧑🌾 Seed Collectors & Heirloom Fans: Preserve a classic night-blooming vine in your collection
🦋 Pollinator-Friendly Landscapes: Support nocturnal pollinators while enhancing garden aesthetics
How to Enjoy Moonflower:
🌌 Let the fragrant blooms perfume your evening garden for magical summer nights
🌿 Use the climbing vines to cover arbors, fences, or trellises with dramatic white flowers
📸 Capture ephemeral blooms for a stunning visual in garden photography or design
🐝 Encourage nocturnal pollinators, adding ecological value to ornamental spaces
Plant Moonflower Organic Seeds and let your garden come alive after dusk. Imagine walking through a trellis covered in lush green foliage as giant, fragrant white trumpets open one by one, filling the air with sweetness and drawing moths and other pollinators into your nocturnal oasis. This heirloom vine combines beauty, fragrance, and ecological value in a single dramatic package.
Grow your own Moonflower today and transform ordinary evenings into nightly celebrations of scent, color, and magic.