Ipomoea batatas 'Black Heart' |
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Plant type: deciduous tuber or annual Hardiness zones: 9-13 Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun Soil Moisture: dry between watering to usually boggy Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline |
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Garden Styles: suits tropical & contemporary designs Uses: pot, hanging basket, groundcovers, trellis, spillover Growth rate: fast Maintenance Level: average Skill Level: average | ||||||||
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