Sweet Potato Vine (Ipomoea batatas)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun to partial shade
• More sun enhances leaf color vibrancy
• Tolerates some shade but may become leggy

Bloom Time:

• Spring through summer
• Occasionally produces small, trumpet-shaped pink or purple flowers
• Grown primarily for foliage, not blooms

Size:

Height: 5 to 12 inches tall
Width: 8 to 10 feet long trailing vines

Attributes:

• Fast-growing, trailing or spreading habit
• Striking foliage in a range of colors and shapes
• Excellent for containers, hanging baskets, and ground cover
• Can be used as a “spiller” in mixed arrangements
• Non-edible tubers (bitter and starchy)
• Native to Central and South America

Companion:

• Petunias – Complement the vine’s trailing habit and add bright blooms
• Coleus – Offers contrasting foliage textures and colors
• Calibrachoa (Million Bells) – Adds a pop of color and thrives in similar conditions
• Geraniums – Upright growth balances the vine’s trailing nature
• Dusty Miller – Silvery foliage contrasts beautifully with deep purple or chartreuse vines
• Salvia – Adds vertical interest and attracts pollinators
• Begonias – Shade-tolerant and pair well in containers or beds