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Ipomoea quamoclit
Also Known As
- Cypress Vine
Plant type
annual / biennial
size
- H: 5'
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 1-12
Ipomoea quamoclit plant details
Ipomoea quamoclit is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and 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. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ipomoea quamoclit
- Plant type: annual / biennial
- Plant family: convolvulaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: award-winning, container plant, cottage garden, easy-to-grow, heirloom, long-blooming, self-sowing, trellis
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ipomoea quamoclit
- USDA Zones: 1 - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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How to Grow Ipomoea quamoclit
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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