Common
name: "Sweet Potato Vine"
Latin name: Ipomoea batatas 'Blackie'
Class:
Annual - House plant
Growth habit: Climbing or trailing vine
Max height: 6"
Spread: 24" - 36"
Flowers: Insignificant
Available cultivars: 4
Origin:
Hybrid
Sunshine:
Water:
Pictured: Ipomoea
batatas 'Blackie'
Cultivation:
"Sweet Potato Vine" is in the same family as
"Morning Glories"... both a climbing vine. 'Blackie'
was the first "Sweet Potato Vine" introduced to
gardeners.
Plant Ipomoea Blackie in full sun to light shade in fertile well
drained soil. Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Once
established 'Blackie' is a vigorous grower that is well suited to
containers or hanging baskets. Try growing one on a trellis and
moving it indoors to a sunny window for the winter.
Potential pests ~ diseases: Leaf spots or spider mites.
