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Cypress Vine




Cypress Vine Ipomoea quamoclit (Eye-po-MAY-ah)

Annual – Full Sun – Vine  Spacing: 2-6 feet

HABIT:  Small red flowers and delicate fern like foliage. Fast growing summer flowering vine.

 
CULTURE:  Does well in fertile, well-prepared, healthy soil. Plant seed or transplants in spring when soil has warmed.
 
USES:  Excellent vine for attracting hummingbirds. Good choice for arbors and fences.
 
PROBLEMS:  Cardinal climber or red morning glory has similar flowers but less lacy foliage. There is also a white selection.


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