Morning Glory vs Oriental Lily

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

Morning Glory

Ipomoea tricolor

Convolvulaceae · vines

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Oriental Lily

Lilium orientalis

Liliaceae · bulbs

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Morning Glory (Zones 2-11)

Oriental Lily (Zones 4-8)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–8

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Morning Glory	Oriental Lily
Scientific Name	Ipomoea tricolor	Lilium orientalis
Family	Convolvulaceae	Liliaceae
Category	vines	bulbs
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Rich, Acidic, Well-drained
Height	10'	4'
Spread	2'	1'
Bloom Season	Summer-Fall	Late Summer
Bloom Color	Blue, Purple, Pink, White	White, Pink, Red
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	Central America	Japan
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Morning Glory

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Oriental Lily

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

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.

Oriental Lily

✓Plant 8 inches deep.
✓Need acidic soil — add sulfur if needed.
✓Excellent cut flowers.
✓Protect from lily leaf beetle.
✓Toxic to cats.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Oriental Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 4–8.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 4–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Morning Glory and Oriental Lily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Morning Glory grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Oriental Lily grows in zones 4-8. Both plants can grow together in zones 4 through 8.

Do Morning Glory and Oriental Lily have the same sun and water needs?

Morning Glory needs full sun and medium water, while Oriental Lily needs full sun to part shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Morning Glory or Oriental Lily?

Morning Glory grows taller at 10' compared to Oriental Lily at 4'. Morning Glory spreads 2' while Oriental Lily spreads 1'.

Are Morning Glory and Oriental Lily deer resistant?

Yes, both Morning Glory and Oriental Lily are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Morning Glory or Oriental Lily?

Both Morning Glory and Oriental Lily 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	Morning Glory	Oriental Lily
Scientific Name	Ipomoea tricolor	Lilium orientalis
Family	Convolvulaceae	Liliaceae
Category	vines	bulbs
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Rich, Acidic, Well-drained
Height	10'	4'
Spread	2'	1'
Bloom Season	Summer-Fall	Late Summer
Bloom Color	Blue, Purple, Pink, White	White, Pink, Red
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	Central America	Japan
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

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.

Oriental Lily

✓Plant 8 inches deep.
✓Need acidic soil — add sulfur if needed.
✓Excellent cut flowers.
✓Protect from lily leaf beetle.
✓Toxic to cats.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Oriental Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 4–8.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 4–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Morning Glory and Oriental Lily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Morning Glory grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Oriental Lily grows in zones 4-8. Both plants can grow together in zones 4 through 8.

Do Morning Glory and Oriental Lily have the same sun and water needs?

Morning Glory needs full sun and medium water, while Oriental Lily needs full sun to part shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Morning Glory or Oriental Lily?

Morning Glory grows taller at 10' compared to Oriental Lily at 4'. Morning Glory spreads 2' while Oriental Lily spreads 1'.

Are Morning Glory and Oriental Lily deer resistant?

Yes, both Morning Glory and Oriental Lily are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Morning Glory or Oriental Lily?

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