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Ipomoea ex. Mexico

Also Known As

  • Ipomoea ex. 'Mexico'

Plant type

vine, annual / biennial

size

  • H: 1'-8'
  • W: 1'-8'

planting zones

  • 1-12

Ipomoea ex. Mexico plant details

Ipomoea ex. Mexico is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial vine with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ipomoea ex. Mexico

Plant type: annual / biennial vine
Plant family: convolvulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 8 FT - wide, 1 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: floriferous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ipomoea ex. Mexico

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Thought to be the same Morning Glory that was used by the Incas in ceremonial rights. Grows quickly to 8’ & blooms profusely with blue flowers. The leaves & stems are covered with dense hairs that are soft to the touch. Doesn’t seem to become a weed in the garden like other Morning Glories. Due to Agricultural Restrictions we cannot ship this plant to Arkansas, Arizona, Michigan, Oklahoma, or Texas.

Gardening facts about Ipomoea ex. Mexico plant

How to Grow Ipomoea ex. Mexico

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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