Bright Ideas Rusty Red Sweet Potato Vine

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Plant Information
Common Name Bright Ideas Rusty Red Sweet Potato Vine
Botanical Name Ipomoea batatas 'Bright Ideas Rusty Red'
Description
Plant Type Annual
Mature Height 6 to 10 in
Mature Width 2 to 3 ft
Growth Habit Spreading
Bloom Color Pink-purple
Bloom Interest Showy
Seasonal Interest Spring, Summer, Fall
Foliage Color Bronze-orange
Foliage Type Simple
Fall Color Bronze-Orange
Attributes Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Dry Soil
Attracts Butterflies No
Attracts Birds No
Care
Sun Exposure Full Sun, Partial Shade
USDA Hardiness Zone 9 to 11
Zoned for KC Region No
Water Preference Moist,Well-drained
Maintenance Level Low
Cost Moderate
Watering Notes Annuals planted in containers should be watered by soaking the soil well and not watered again until the surface is dry about 1/2" down. This is on average every 2-3 days. Planted in the ground, annuals will need frequent watering when first planted, but
Fertilize Notes Most annuals are grown for their flowers and need a high phosphorus fertilizer like 10-20-10. They should be fertilized monthly. Or fertilize every 2-3 weeks if using a liquid feed program.