Photo of Ipomoea x multifida foliage by Alan Lorence

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Ipomoea x multifida

Also Known As

  • Cardinal Climber

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Ipomoea x multifida plant details

Ipomoea x multifida is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ipomoea x multifida

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: convolvulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 6 - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, long-blooming, trellis, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ipomoea x multifida

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Annual cardinal climber has crimson flowers whose long funnels widen into flaring hoop skirts. Very like tiny morning glories, the flowers are produced every morning in masses that attract hummingbirds. Try growing on fences, spilling over walls, or on a trellis in a container. Seeds poisonous.

Gardening facts about Ipomoea x multifida plant

How to Grow Ipomoea x multifida

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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