Go Back Sweet Potato Vine

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:13 PM
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    Plant Type: Annuals

    The Sweet Potato Vine, has a trailing habit and dark red/purple, variegated green and yellow, light green or bronze leaves that are shaped like a bird's footprint. This ornamental plant provides color and interest like no other plant. They are grown for their distinctive foliage and vigorous growth habit. Ornamental Sweet Potato Vines can be used as an annual ground cover or in hanging baskets and pots.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    They grow best when provided with a high light location and relatively warm temperatures.For zones 10-11, this plant can also be a perennial.

    Flower Color

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    Foliage Color

    Purple, light green, variegated, or bronze

    Plant Spread

    24-36 in.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    Grows up to 6 in. tall

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    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Beds, Climbing Vine, Container, Trailing , Border

    Bloom Time

    Grown for its attractive foliage

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Full to part sun

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