Illusion™ Emerald Lace Ipomoea Plant

Illusion™ Emerald Lace Ipomoea Plant bears extraordinarily unusually-shaped leaves ranging in color from bright greenish-yellow to a more subtle lime green, depending upon the amount of heat and light they are subjected to! The deeply dissected leaves grow in a compact mounding habit that makes the whole plant look rather frilly and lacy, hence the name. Gardeners have found Illusion™ Emerald Sweet Potato Vine to be a wonderful backdrop for a wide variety of flowering annuals and perennials. Have a moist spot where most plants won't grow? Emerald Lace will love it! Heat and humidity will encourage them to spread up to 36-inches a week!

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