Ipomoea purpurea
Plant Type Annual
Evergreen, Broadleaf
Form Upright, Irregular or sprawling
Climate Zones 9a to 11
Bloom Color Red, Blue, Purple, White, Pink
Bloom Time Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
Growth Rate Fast
Mature Height 3 to 8 feet
Mature Spread 4 to 6 feet
Environment Full sun
Dry to Moist soil
Drought tolerant
Soil Adaptable, Sandy, Well drained, Loamy
Leaf Color Green
Fall Color No change in color, Not showy
Attributes Not North American native
Fool proof plant
Naturalizing
Attracts hummingbirds
Attractive flowers or blooms
Open crown
Low flammability
Uses Container
Specimen
Arbor
Native Habitat Probably Mexico
Culture Notes When planted from seed, germination can occur between 5 to 7 days. Over fertilization will result in all vine and few flowers. The flowers of this plant will open early in the morning or stay open on cloudy days.
Pests and Diseases None serious
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