Zone 8 · Moonflower
Planting Moonflower in Zone 8
Ipomoea alba
✅ Moonflower thrives in zone 8 (hardy 2–11)
Can I plant today?
🌸 Moonflower should be blooming now!
Plants set out in early season are peaking. Deadhead to keep blooms coming.
Evaluated for July 28, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around March 15
Zone's first frost
around November 15
Bloom window
July – October
Peak bloom
August
Sun required
full sun
Mature height
120"
Spacing
12" apart
Type
annual
How to plant Moonflower in zone 8
Soak seed overnight; direct-sow after last frost. Massive white blooms open at dusk and release vanilla perfume.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Moonflower peaks in August. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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