morning glory water spinach seeds Water Spinach Seeds (Ipomoea aquatica) Known as kangkong or water morn – Terra Mater Gardens

morning glory water spinach seeds Water Spinach Seeds (Ipomoea aquatica) Known as kangkong or water morn – Terra Mater GardensMinimum: 50+ Seeds Also known as Kangkong, Ong Choy, or Water Morning Glory Vibrant, fast growing, and deliciously tender, Water Spinach is a beloved leafy green across Southeast Asian kitchens. With long hollow stems and soft arrow shaped leaves, this semi aquatic vegetable thrives in wet soil or shallow water, making it ideal for rice paddies, hydroponic systems, rain gardens, or containers with standing water. Perfect for home gardeners seeking

Minimum: 50+ Seeds

Also known as Kangkong, Ong Choy, or Water Morning Glory

Vibrant, fast-growing, and deliciously tender, Water Spinach is a beloved leafy green across Southeast Asian kitchens. With long hollow stems and soft arrow-shaped leaves, this semi-aquatic vegetable thrives in wet soil or shallow water, making it ideal for rice paddies, hydroponic systems, rain gardens, or containers with standing water.

Perfect for home gardeners seeking nutrient-dense greens with authentic flavor and vigorous growth.

🌿 Why Grow Water Spinach?

• 🏞️ Thrives in Water – Ideal for ponds, hydroponics, or wet garden beds

• 🥢 Staple of Asian Cuisine – Stir-fry, soup, salad, or sautéed with garlic

• ⏱️ Fast Growing – Harvest shoots in as little as 30–40 days

• ♻️ Cut-and-Come-Again – Keeps producing with regular cutting

• 🌱 Heat-Loving & Productive – Great for warm climates and summer gardens

🧑🍳 How to Use:

• Toss into wok-fried stir-fries with garlic and chili

• Add to noodle soups, curries, or brothy ramen bowls

• Steam, sauté, or blanch like spinach

• Enjoy raw in fresh salads or wraps

📊 Planting & Growing Info:

• Botanical Name: Ipomoea aquatica

• Common Names: Kangkong, Ong Choy, Water Morning Glory

• Plant Type: Aquatic/semi-aquatic tender perennial (grown as annual)

• Days to Harvest: 30–40

• Height: 12–18 inches

• Sun: Full sun

• Soil: Wet, rich, or water-logged

• Zones: Grown as annual in most regions; perennial in Zones 9+

• Growth Habit: Sprawling vine

🌱 Growing Tips:

• Sow directly into moist soil or shallow water after frost

• Great in kiddie pools, rain barrels, or containers with no drainage

• Harvest tips frequently to encourage bushy growth

• Provide light support or trellis if growing on land

• Avoid drought—this plant loves water

💧 Fresh Flavor Meets Wet-Loving Habit

Whether you’re crafting Thai stir-fries or creating a water-edge edible garden, Water Spinach (Kangkong) brings unbeatable flavor and easy performance. This is the go-to green for gardeners looking to diversify with tropical, aquatic vegetables that truly earn their keep.