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Mr Fothergills Morning Glory Grandpa Otts Seeds

£349
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Mr Fothergill’s Morning Glory Grandpa Otts Seeds

Mr Fothergill’s Morning Glory Grandpa Otts Seeds produce intense violet-blue blooms, each marked with a vivid ruby-red star. This fast-growing, self-supporting climber is ideal for covering trellis, walls and fences, creating a dramatic vertical display that flowers throughout the summer.

Key Features

  • Striking violet-blue flowers with a bold, contrasting ruby star

  • Vigorous climbing habit reaching up to 3m (10ft) in one season

  • Excellent choice for trellis, arches, walls and screening unsightly areas

  • Long flowering period from June to October

  • Performs best in full sun with well-drained soil

  • Ideal for adding height and colour to cottage gardens and summer borders

Product Description

Morning Glory Grandpa Otts is a classic and well-loved variety of Ipomoea, celebrated for its rich, velvety purple flowers that develop a distinctive red star at their centres. This visually striking combination ensures an unforgettable garden display. As a fast-growing half-hardy annual, it climbs rapidly and requires minimal support, making it an excellent solution for adding height or covering bare structures with lush foliage and vibrant blooms.

Well-suited to sunny locations, this variety provides an extended season of interest, bringing colour from early summer into autumn. Easy to grow indoors before planting out, it is a rewarding choice for gardeners of all experience levels.

Specifications

  • Botanical Name: Ipomoea purpurea

  • Plant Class: Half Hardy Annual

  • Habit: Climbing

  • Position: Full Sun

  • Plant Height: 300cm (120in)

  • Flower Colour: Purple

Sowing & Growing Tips

  • Sow indoors March–April at a depth of 0.5cm (¼") in trays of moist compost.

  • Maintain a temperature of 15–20°C (60–68°F) for germination.

  • Seedlings appear in approximately 14–21 days.

  • Transplant seedlings 5cm (2") apart when large enough to handle, holding by a leaf.

  • Harden off gradually before planting outside in May–June, spacing plants 30cm (12") apart.

  • Provide strong support such as canes, trellis or netting.

  • Flowers from June to October.

Caution: Harmful if eaten.

Bring Vertical Colour to Your Garden

Perfect for trellises, fences and sunny borders, Morning Glory Grandpa Otts offers a bold and long-lasting floral display. A simple and reliable way to add height, colour and interest to your garden.

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About Us

We are a family run, independent Garden Centre, Farm Shop and Restaurant combined. We are proud to offer the very best gardening, home and outdoor living products alongside delicious, fresh, locally produced food and drink.

Awarded 'Best Garden Centre in the UK in 2018 & 2021 you can rest assured that we offer excellent products, plants and customer service.

Learn more about us and our story on the 'About Us' page.

Delivery

Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!

We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.

Your Questions Answered...

What are the delivery options and prices?

We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.

- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).

The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.

New! Deliver to InPost Locker

Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.

- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.

Can someone else pick up my parcel?

Yes! Share your QR code or collection code (sent via email) along with your mobile number, and they can collect it for you.

Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?

No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.

Any more questions?

Visit InPost’s [help page](#) for more details or check their blog for tips and updates.

How do I track my delivery?

Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.

Who delivers my order?

Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.

What is kerbside pallet delivery?

Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.

We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.

Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.

Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?

Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles

What is the warranty on my purchase?

All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.

Still have questions?

Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.

Returns

How do I return an item?

If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.

When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.