Sweetheart Jet Black™ is a moody, dark sweet potato vine that's perfect for adding contrast in just about any garden. The plentiful foliage that this plant produces is an extremely deep shade of purple and looks like a muted black from a distance. It's easy to care for, too, making this plant all contrast and no compromise!
- 16 inches tall and 18 inches wide at maturity
- Annual except in zone 11, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
- Plant in part to full sun (4+ hours daily)
- Space plants 12-18 inches apart for best results
- Maintains purple to black foliage spring through frost
- Great for borders, containers, edging, groundcover, landscape and mass plantings
- Foliage interest, heat tolerant, deadheading not necessary
Care: Fertilize weekly with Proven Winners Water Soluble Plant Food for best performance. Prune to shape as desired throughout the season.
Shipping Info:
- Enjoy free shipping on orders over $125
- Size at shipping varies by the season and plant
- Annuals are 4-8" tall at shipment
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