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Botanical Name
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Ipomoea batatas 'Blackie'
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Description
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Heat tolerant vigorous perennial vine with nearly black foliage. Bears trumpet-shaped lavender to pale purple flowers. Good as a large scale groundcover or when used in mixed container plantings where the foliage can spill over the sides. Grows well in most soils.
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Exposure
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Full Sun to Part Shade
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Height x Width
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8" H, wide spreading
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Water
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Water as needed to keep soil moist.
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Zones
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Zones 8-11
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Fertilization
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Fertilize in spring with a well balanced fertilizer. Follow label instructions.
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Pruning
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Prune as needed to control growth and spread.
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PC #
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CSNH157
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