Re: [SG] Sweet Potato Vine
Roberta Diehl wrote:
>
> Hi all, I have never grown one of these but a friend gave me 'Blackie'
> today. I love the way they look but have no idea whether it wants sun or
> shade. Can someone advise? Also, does it really climb or is it more of a
> hanging plant, and is it possible to take cuttings from this plant to
> propagate it? Thanks.
>
> Bobbi Diehl
Hi Bobbi,
Sweet potato vines want sun. Mine are getting full sun and lots of
water. They are more of a cascading plant than an actual vine. You may
be able to train it upward, though. I think you can probably root
cuttings, but I have never tried it.
There are two other varieties besides the 'Blackie' that you have. One
is called 'Marguarita' and is a bright golden yellow. The other is
called 'Pink Frost' (it may have another name, but can't remember it)
and is tri-colored...pink, green, and white...really pretty!
Good luck!
Josh
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