Ipomoea batatas (Sweet Potato Vine)

Ipomoea batatas (Sweet Potato Vine) with green pink white pointed leaves in a close up
Ipomoea batatas (Sweet Potato Vine) with multi-colored leaves arranged in a dense cluster within container.

Botanical name: Ipomoea batatas

Common names: Sweet Potato Vine, Camote, Boniato

Family: Convolvulaceae

USDA Zone: 9-11

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Vine or creeper plantGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantPlant form: Climbing or groundcover vine
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
Invasive plantInvasive: Can spread quickly, needs control

This sought after "Golden Sweet Potato Vine" is a landscaper's dream. Gorgeous golden/purple foliage is easy to grow and will bring vibrant color and life to your container or garden edges. Full sun, grows to 6" in container, trailing in habit. Ipomoea batatas is easily propagated by stem cuttings and by division of the tubers.

See Article about this plant: Ipomoea batatas - Sweet Potatoes, healthy food for every kitchen.

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