{"product_id":"ipomoea-nil-morning-glory-chocolate-seeds","title":"Morning Glory Chocolate - 5 seeds (Ipomoea Nil)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;color:#3a3a3a;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:30px;text-align:center;font-weight:normal;font-style:italic;margin:10px 0 8px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cem\u003eIpomoea nil\u003c\/em\u003e 'Chocolate'\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:17px;line-height:1.4;color:#666;text-align:center;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n    Japanese Morning Glory with exceptionally large, soft chocolate-rose climbing flowers\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"width:80px;height:4px;background:#7FBF3F;border-radius:999px;margin:0 auto 24px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;text-align:center;margin:0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cem\u003eIpomoea nil\u003c\/em\u003e 'Chocolate', commonly known as Japanese Morning Glory, is a vigorous annual climber producing exceptionally large, funnel-shaped flowers in unusual soft chocolate-rose to muted mauve tones, often finished with a contrasting pale edge. The distinctive colouring is complemented by lush, heart-shaped foliage, creating an unusual alternative to the familiar blue and purple Morning Glory varieties.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:18px;text-align:center;margin:0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n    Fast-growing twining stems are ideal for covering trellises, arches, fences and other vertical supports during summer. The spectacular flowers open in the morning, and plants perform best in a warm, sunny, sheltered position where they can climb freely and produce their summer display.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;text-align:center;font-weight:normal;margin:34px 0 10px;\"\u003e\n    Why You'll Love It\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"width:80px;height:4px;background:#7FBF3F;border-radius:999px;margin:0 auto 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:3px 0;\"\u003e● Unusual soft chocolate-rose to muted mauve flower colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:3px 0;\"\u003e● Exceptionally large, funnel-shaped Morning Glory blooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:3px 0;\"\u003e● Fast-growing twining climber for strong vertical impact\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:3px 0;\"\u003e● Flowers open in the morning for a distinctive daily display\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:3px 0;\"\u003e● Excellent for quickly covering trellises, arches and fences\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;text-align:center;font-weight:normal;margin:34px 0 10px;\"\u003e\n    Ideal For\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"width:80px;height:4px;background:#7FBF3F;border-radius:999px;margin:0 auto 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:3px 0;\"\u003e● Trellises and obelisks\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:3px 0;\"\u003e● Garden arches\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:3px 0;\"\u003e● Sunny fences and walls\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:3px 0;\"\u003e● Large patio containers with climbing support\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:3px 0;\"\u003e● Vertical summer displays\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;text-align:center;font-weight:normal;margin:34px 0 10px;\"\u003e\n    How to Sow \u0026amp; Grow (UK)\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"width:80px;height:4px;background:#7FBF3F;border-radius:999px;margin:0 auto 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;overflow:hidden;font-size:16px;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSow indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e March–April, preferably in individual pots to minimise root disturbance\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePlant out:\u003c\/strong\u003e May–June, after the last frost and once plants have been hardened off\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eDirect outdoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e May–June, after the last frost and once the soil has warmed\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e June–September\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender perennial, grown as an annual in the UK\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eGermination temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–22°C (68–72°F)\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eAverage germination time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–21 days\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow approximately 3–6 mm (⅛–¼ in) deep and cover lightly\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eLight required:\u003c\/strong\u003e No – light is not required for germination\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep compost consistently moist but not waterlogged during germination\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun in a warm, sheltered position\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePlant spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–45 cm (12–18 in)\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding:11px 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.5–4 m (8–13 ft), depending on growing conditions and support\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:22px;text-align:center;font-weight:normal;margin:34px 0 10px;\"\u003e\n    Expert Growing Tips\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"width:80px;height:4px;background:#7FBF3F;border-radius:999px;margin:0 auto 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n      ● Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 12–24 hours before sowing to soften the hard seed coat and encourage faster, more even germination.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n      ● Sow indoors in individual pots rather than communal trays, as \u003cem\u003eIpomoea nil\u003c\/em\u003e dislikes root disturbance; transplant with the root ball intact.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n      ● Provide a climbing support from an early stage so the rapidly growing twining stems can attach without becoming tangled.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n      ● Avoid excessive high-nitrogen feeding, which can encourage vigorous leafy growth at the expense of flower production.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n      ● Choose a warm, sheltered site with plenty of sun; this heat-loving climber performs and flowers best when protected from cold winds.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Happy Green Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51536865329490,"sku":"9078 - morning glory","price":1.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/1896\/9426\/files\/9078bsFlowerfromMorningGloryChocolateSeeds.jpg?v=1787475605","url":"https:\/\/happygreenshop.co.uk\/products\/ipomoea-nil-morning-glory-chocolate-seeds","provider":"Happy Green Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}