Ipomoea Mina Lobata / Spanish Flag Vine Seeds (SUMMER)

Spanish Flag Vine is a fast-growing ornamental climber famous for its unusual one-sided flower spikes displaying several colours simultaneously.

Young flower buds begin rich red, then gradually change through orange and yellow before becoming pale cream to white, giving each flowering spike its distinctive flame-like multicoloured appearance.

Key Features

• Accepted botanical name: Ipomoea lobata

• Synonym: Mina lobata

• Common name: Spanish Flag Vine / Firecracker Vine

• Distinctive multicoloured flower spikes

• Flowers change from red to orange, yellow and cream-white

• Unique Spanish Flag colour effect

• Vigorous twining growth habit

• Fast-growing summer climber

• Attractive green foliage

• Excellent for trellises and fences

• Suitable for pergolas and arches

• Excellent for vertical gardening

• Suitable for pots and grow bags

• Full sun

• Easy to grow from seed

• SUMMER flowering vine

Recommended Grow Bags

G-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch

Suitable for growing one young Spanish Flag Vine with a strong climbing support.

G-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch

Recommended for one vigorous plant where greater root space and stronger vine development are desired.

G-24 Grow Bag – 24 × 12 inch

Suitable for growing several vines together for a broad and colourful vertical flowering display.

Recommended Soil / Potting Mix

Use:

60% Bhalu Mitti / Sandy Soil + 30% GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost + 10% Cocopeat

The growing medium should be:

Loose, fertile and well-draining.

Avoid:

• Heavy compact soil

• Poor drainage

• Continuous waterlogging

Growing Instructions from Seeds

Spanish Flag Vine seeds have a relatively hard seed coat.

For improved germination:

Soak seeds in water for approximately 12–24 hours before sowing.

Sow approximately:

1–1.5 cm deep

and cover lightly with fine growing medium.

Keep the growing medium:

Lightly and consistently moist until germination.

Once seedlings begin active growth, provide a strong trellis, net or other vertical climbing support.

Germination

Seeds generally germinate within:

10–21 days

under suitable warm conditions.

For successful germination:

• Use fresh seeds

• Pre-soak seeds before sowing

• Maintain warm temperatures

• Keep the growing medium lightly moist

• Maintain good drainage

• Avoid continuously saturated soil

Plant Spacing

Maintain approximately:

30–45 cm / 12–18 inches between plants

when growing several vines together.

Adequate spacing provides good airflow and allows each vine sufficient room to climb and flower freely.

Sunlight

Provide:

Full sun

For vigorous vine growth and abundant flowering:

6+ hours of direct sunlight daily

is recommended.

In Lahore's strongest midsummer heat, some protection from intense late-afternoon sun can be beneficial where plants are growing in containers.

Watering

Water regularly while young vines are becoming established.

After establishment:

Water when the upper soil layer begins to dry.

Maintain moderate and consistent moisture during active growth and flowering.

Avoid continuous waterlogging.

Support

Spanish Flag Vine is a vigorous twining climber.

Provide:

Trellis, fence, netting, pergola, arch or balcony railing

from an early stage.

Guide young stems gently onto the support so the vines can develop into a dense flowering screen.

Feeding

At planting time, mix:

GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost

into the growing medium.

Light balanced feeding during active growth can support healthy vines and flowering.

Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer, as overly rich feeding may encourage heavy leafy growth at the expense of flowers.

Related Products

• G-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch

• G-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch

• G-24 Grow Bag – 24 × 12 inch

• GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost

• Summer Flower Seeds

• Growing Guide Videos – Gardening with Javed Iqbal