Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Illusion Emerald Lace sweet potato vine is probably one of the most versatile plants for the garden. Stunning in a container, where the foliage spills over the side, to serve as a fast-growing summer annual ground cover, sweet potato vine (Ipomoea batatas) can do it all. Illusion Emerald Lace sweet potato vine has a 36-inch spread and a height of 6 to 10 inches.
Related to edible sweet potatoes, Illusion Emerald Lace has been bred and is appreciated for its leaves rather than flavorful tubers. The plant forms tubers, which are edible, but pretty much bland and tasteless. As a reminder, use caution when eating ornamental plants because they could be treated with harmful pesticides.
Proven Accents Illusion Emerald Lace Sweet Potato Vine Care
Sweet potato vines are nearly maintenance free. They are somewhat drought tolerant and can be grown in full sun to shade. In shade, the foliage will have more of a chartreuse hue.
In pots, some sweet potato vines can be thugs. If you think the plant is getting too aggressive, it’s perfectly fine to snip off branches to rein in the vine. Fertilize according to label directions, such as for a container or for landscape plantings. Illusion Emerald Lace has average water needs, so water when the first inch of soil feels dry.
Proven Accents Illusion Emerald Lace Sweet Potato Vine Spacing
In the landscape, be sure to allow for a possible 36-inch spread. It may overtake smaller plants in the ground or in containers. If growing as a ground cover, space at least 1 foot apart. Don’t plant too many in containers because the plants may overpower their companions.
Proven Accents Illusion Emerald Lace Sweet Potato Vine Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 11 |
| Flower Color(s): Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Color(s) Green, Yellow |
| Foliage Description: Chartreuse |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Short |
| Height: 6-10 Inches |
| Spread: 24-36 Inches |
| Spacing: 10-12 Inches |
| Habit: Trailing |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Container Role: Spiller |
| Use Types: Combinations, Container, Hanging Baskets, Landscape, Mass Planting |
| Features: Foliage Interest, Deadheading Not Necessary |
| Maintenance: Easy |
| Scientific Name: Ipomoea batatas 'NCORNSP-012EMLC' USPP 21,744, Can 4,162 |
| Common Name: Proven Accents® Illusion® Emerald Lace Sweet Potato Vine |
| Other Name(s): |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- IPOELP
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
3.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
~1.42 quarts
Also Known As:
4.25" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.93"H x 4.25"W
Volume:
~1.56 pints
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
~1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
~2.26-3.73 quarts
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We want your plants to arrive in great condition! If you notice any issues upon delivery, contact us within 3 days.
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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