Sweet potato vine in hanging basket

Sweet potato vines are an excellent choice for container gardens. This easy-to-grow plant thrives when grown in a pot and regularly fertilized.

They are available in several shades of green, including chartreuse and shades of purple. Use them in the spiller role in containers.

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They’ll look fantastic hanging over the edge of balconies, porch or deck railings, and window boxes. Use them in planters on steps, entrances, or large focal point containers in a garden. These also do fantastic in hanging baskets.

Planting Sweet Potato Vines in Pots

Sweet potato vines are sensitive to the cold.

Do not plant them outside until the temperature is not predicted to drop below 45 degrees F. Grow them in a location that receives 6 hours of sun for best results.

How to grow a sweet potato vine in soil

How to grow a sweet potato vine in soil

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Sweet potato vine purple

Growing a sweet potato vine in water

Sweet potato vine tubers

They can tolerate shadier conditions but will not grow as vigorously. Use a container with a drainage hole to prevent the roots from rotting. Grow them in a tall container or window box where they will have room to trail over the edge.

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sweet potato vine in planters

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