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Ornamental Sweet Potato Vine ‘Illusion® Midnight Lace’
Ipomoea batatas (‘Illusion®’ Series)
Unavailable in 2026

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Vitals -

Type: Annual

EXPOSURE

Full Sun to Part Shade

BLOOM SEASON

SIZE

6"-10"

10"-12"

ATTRIBUTES

Cultivar Notes -

Illusion® Midnight Lace

This deep, dark purple foliage with magenta venation is just the right complement to a wide variety of flowering plants, including Suptunia Vista and the Pretty Much Picasso Petunias. Compact grower.

Series Notes -

Illusion®

The best breeding in decorative sweet potatoes, this finely textured series provides a more delicate option for combinations and planters. With a full habit and lace-like foliage in three distinctive colors, the Illusion® series is no trick to the eye - it really is that beautiful.

Species Notes -

Ipomoea batatas

Originating in Polynesia, Ipomoea Sweet Potato vines are now a mainstay in U.S. landscaping. These fast-growing sun-lovers are best used as groundcovers, mixed container plants, and cascading elements in combination baskets. With strong, vigorous growth and beautiful runners, Ipomoea show off in any seasonal program.

Genus Notes -

Ipomoea

The only surprising thing about the popularity of Sweet Potato Vines is why it took so long to happen. These choice varieties show the versatility and color impact that’s made these trailers must-haves for containers and the landscape. Very heat tolerant.

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