TROPICAL PLANT ENCYCLOPEDIA

Jacquemontia pentantha, Skyblue Clustervine

Jacquemontia pentantha

Skyblue Clustervine
Family: Convolvulaceae
Origin: Tropical America
USDA Zone: 9-11?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapVine or creeper plantFull sunRegular waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

This vine stays attractive throughout the year, and attractive to both butterflies and hummingbirds. It can be used as a ground cover, a trailer in a container, or along a trellis. Jacquemontia pentantha (Skyblue Clustervine) can tolerate most soil types, but prefers slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0-6.5 and well-drained soil.

Jacquemontia pentantha prefers full sun and needs plenty of water, so water it regularly during the growing season, especially in dry or hot conditions. Feed the vine a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer. Pruning is usually done in spring and summer to encourage robust growth. Plant can be grown in USDA Zones 9-11. In cold regions, the plant should be grown in a pot and brought inside if temperatures dip below 30F.

Jacquemontia pentantha grows easily and needs minimal maintenance or care, making it a great choice for any garden.


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Jacquemontia pentantha, Skyblue Clustervine
Jacquemontia pentantha, Skyblue Clustervine
Jacquemontia pentantha, Skyblue Clustervine
Jacquemontia pentantha, Skyblue Clustervine


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