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Ipomoea batatas (Sweet Potato Vine)

Ipomoea batatas
Sweet Potato Vine

The Sweet Potato Vine is a fast growing annual, this variety is related to the edible cultivar, but the Sweet Potato Vine is only ornamental. This plant is a classic trailing plant, making it perfect for container gardens and patios. The Sweet Potato Vine can be green, purple or burgundy, each with pink/purple flowers that bloom in the Spring and Summer months. This plant loves tropical and humid environments and does best in temperatures above 75 degrees Farenheight.

Plant Type Annual, Climber, Shrub
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade
Water Needs Average
Hardiness Zone Zone 10 (30°F)Zone 11 (40°F)Zone 9 (20° F)
Flower Color Purple, Pink
Flower Season Spring, Summer
Growth Rate Fast
Height 1-3ft
Spread 8-10ft
Characteristics Great Foliage
Attracts
Maintenance Low
Garden Uses Hanging Baskets, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers, Wall-Side Borders
Tolerance Heat
Soil Type
Soil PH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
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