Carrot vs Morning Glory

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Carrot

Daucus carota subsp. sativus

Apiaceae · vegetables

EdibleLow Maintenance

Morning Glory

Ipomoea tricolor

Convolvulaceae · vines

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Carrot (Zones 2-11)

Morning Glory (Zones 2-11)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 2–11

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Carrot	Morning Glory
Scientific Name	Daucus carota subsp. sativus	Ipomoea tricolor
Family	Apiaceae	Convolvulaceae
Category	vegetables	vines
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Loose, Sandy	Well-drained
Height	1'	10'
Spread	3"	2'
Bloom Season	Summer	Summer-Fall
Bloom Color	White (second year)	Blue, Purple, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Central Asia, Persia	Central America
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Carrot

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Morning Glory

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Carrot

✓Needs loose, rock-free soil for straight roots.
✓Thin seedlings to 2 inches apart.
✓Keep soil moist during germination.
✓Harvest when shoulders show above soil.

Morning Glory

✓Nick or soak seeds overnight for faster germination.
✓Provide sturdy support.
✓Self-seeds prolifically — can become invasive.
✓Full sun is essential for abundant blooms.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Carrot if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Choose Morning Glory if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 2–11. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Carrot and Morning Glory grow in the same hardiness zone?

Carrot grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Morning Glory grows in zones 2-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 2 through 11.

Do Carrot and Morning Glory have the same sun and water needs?

Carrot needs full sun and medium water, while Morning Glory needs full sun and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, Carrot or Morning Glory?

Morning Glory grows taller at 10' compared to Carrot at 1'. Morning Glory spreads 2' while Carrot spreads 3".

Are Carrot and Morning Glory deer resistant?

Morning Glory is deer resistant, but Carrot is not. If deer are a concern, Morning Glory is the better choice, or protect Carrot with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Carrot or Morning Glory?

Both Carrot and Morning Glory have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Carrot	Morning Glory
Scientific Name	Daucus carota subsp. sativus	Ipomoea tricolor
Family	Apiaceae	Convolvulaceae
Category	vegetables	vines
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Loose, Sandy	Well-drained
Height	1'	10'
Spread	3"	2'
Bloom Season	Summer	Summer-Fall
Bloom Color	White (second year)	Blue, Purple, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Central Asia, Persia	Central America
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Carrot

✓Needs loose, rock-free soil for straight roots.
✓Thin seedlings to 2 inches apart.
✓Keep soil moist during germination.
✓Harvest when shoulders show above soil.

Morning Glory

✓Nick or soak seeds overnight for faster germination.
✓Provide sturdy support.
✓Self-seeds prolifically — can become invasive.
✓Full sun is essential for abundant blooms.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Carrot if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Choose Morning Glory if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 2–11. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Carrot and Morning Glory grow in the same hardiness zone?

Carrot grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Morning Glory grows in zones 2-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 2 through 11.

Do Carrot and Morning Glory have the same sun and water needs?

Carrot needs full sun and medium water, while Morning Glory needs full sun and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, Carrot or Morning Glory?

Morning Glory grows taller at 10' compared to Carrot at 1'. Morning Glory spreads 2' while Carrot spreads 3".

Are Carrot and Morning Glory deer resistant?

Morning Glory is deer resistant, but Carrot is not. If deer are a concern, Morning Glory is the better choice, or protect Carrot with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Carrot or Morning Glory?

Both Carrot and Morning Glory have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.