Jacquemontia pentantha (Skyblue Clustervine)
Botanical name: Jacquemontia pentantha
Common name: Skyblue Clustervine
Family: Convolvulaceae
Origin: Tropical America
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant form: Climbing or creeping vine
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsThis 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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