Ipomoea batatas 'Blackie'
Sweet Potato Vine
Blackie Sweet Potato Vine is a great addition to large combination planters and flower beds. It has a vigorous, trailing habit; if it becomes too large for your garden spot, it can be cut back as needed to control its size. Its aggressive growth habit and dark purple leaves also makes it a wonderful annual groundcover in the landscape. This plants loves the heat and humidity and is very low maintenance.
Characteristics & Attributes
Height: 12-14 inches
Spread: 48-60 inches