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Ipomoea batatas 'Black Heart'

Family Convolvulaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   11   RHS:   FT   EGF:   G2   Australia:   5  
Care Level
Height 1.8 - 6 m (6 - 20 ft)
Spread
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description This plant is climbing in form and has showy, glossy and coarse textured foliage that is dark fuchsia and black in colour.
Typical Uses Border, container, culinary, ground cover, hanging basket and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics Birds and hummingbirds are attracted to Ipomoea batatas 'Black Heart' .
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Ipomoea batatas 'Black Heart' (sweet potato vine) grows at a very fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Ipomoea batatas 'Black Heart' (sweet potato vine) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.