Ipomea - Sweet Potato Vine Kelly Ray

DESCRIPTION: Kelly Ray Sweet Potato Vine (Ipomoea) has spade-shaped leaves that are dark purple to almost black.  When the leaves start to sprout they are a light green and then become darker as they develop. Very vigorous habit. Unique leaf shape and color adds interest to mixed containers and landscapes. 

BOTANICAL NAME: Ipomoea batatas 'Kelly Ray'
AVERAGE MATURE HEIGHT: 15-25 cm
AVERAGE MATURE SPREAD: 50-92 cm
SUN EXPOSURE: Full sun to partial sun
FLOWER COLOUR: Insignificant
FLOWERING TIME: N/A
FOLIAGE COLOUR: Light green to dark purple
COLD HARDINESS: Annual
WATER NEEDS: Average
OTHER FEATURES: Attractive Foliage