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Compact Margie Ipomoea Plant

8.99
  • - Sweet Potato Vine
  • - Height: 6-12 inches
  • - Growing Zone: 2-11
  • - Exposure: Part Sun-Full Sun
  • - Each Quart Pot contains 1 Compact Margie Ipomoea Plant
Plant Features

The Compact Margie Ipomoea is different than other varieties in that it only spreads 12-16 inches. Plant bears deeply lobed leaves in the most fantastic shade of lime green, infusing light into your partially shaded garden or shining to beat the band in the sun. It is an exceptional candidate for containers, edges, borders and mass ground cover plantings!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Plant in spring after the last frost date

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.8

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water regularly during the growing season, keeping soil evenly moist

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer monthly during the growing season

Pruning and Training:

  • - Provide support for vining varieties (trellises, fences, or poles)
  • - Pinch back growing tips to encourage bushier growth

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Watch for common pests like aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies

Blooming Indicators:

  • - Plants are grown for their foliage colors

Light Requirements:

  • - Can tolerate partial shade or full sun

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Heat-tolerant once established
  • - Not frost-hardy

Companion Plants for Ipomoea:

  • - Sweet potato vines compliment many different container grow plants
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Height Category Short
Mature Spread 1-2 feet
Habit Mounded
Foliage Color Green/Yellow
Features Heat tolerant
Garden Styles Container Garden, Hanging Baskets
Plant Used for Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Climbing or Vining, Focal Point, Ground Cover, Texture
Pet Friendly Yes

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Top Reviews

Cute little Ipomoea plant

Margie arrived quickly and in perfect condition. Have never had any problems with this company.

From Amy | May 08, 2014


very happy repeat customer

Even with the harsh winter my Ipomoea plants arrived healthy and very well packaged. I give 5 stars!!

From Brigette | May 03, 2014


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