- Height 6-16 Inches
- Width 20-36 Inches
- Use as a spiller when using in containers
- Rare dark purple foliage!
Ipomoea Sweet Caroline Sweetheart Jet Black displays an exceptional foliage interest of dark purple heart-shaped leaves from spring into fall. The foliage can range from deep purple to dark black in color. Ipomoea batatas is commonly known as the sweet potato. This specific sweet potato variety is grown for its ornamental foliage and not for its nutritional value. Relatively short, this plant reaches 6 to 16 inches in height and it can spread vigorously up to 36 inches.
Sweet potatoes are native to South America and thrive in hot and humid growing conditions. This is such a versatile must-have plant for containers and landscapes. It works great as a spiller role in a container or it can blanket any dull landscape. Pair varying textures of foliage and bright flowers with Ipomoea Sweet Caroline, and it is sure to be a perfect container masterpiece.
Sweet Caroline Sweetheart Jet Black Sweet Potato Vine Care
Ipomoea Sweet Caroline is easy going and relatively maintenance-free. This plant can take a wide range of sunlight from part sun up to full sun. The more sun this plant receives, the darker the foliage becomes. It has average water and soil fertility requirements. Ipomoea Sweet Caroline has a tendency to shade out slower growing plants, (especially in combination plantings) so trim it back at any time. Apply an annual application of compost or fertilizer to the landscape or a regular fertilizing regimen to containers to promote vigorous growth.
This heat-loving annual is only hardy to zones 11. Prolonged cold fall weather and frost will kill outdoor plants. To overwinter, store sweet potato tubers in a dry dark location until spring.
Sweet Caroline Sweetheart Jet Black Sweet Potato Vine Spacing
If planted in the landscape, allow anywhere from 12 to 18 inches of space between plants. Allow a minimum of 6 inches of space between plants in containers and train vines to cascade over the sides. Use at least a 12 inch or larger container to create your favorite combinations.
Proven Accents® Sweet Caroline Sweetheart Jet Black Sweet Potato Vine Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 11 |
| Flower Color(s): Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Color(s) Purple |
| Foliage Description: As close to true Black as you can get |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Short |
| Height: 6-16 Inches |
| Spread: 20-36 Inches |
| Spacing: 12-18 Inches |
| Habit: Trailing |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Container Role: Spiller |
| Use Types: Border Plant, Combinations, Container, Edging Plant, Groundcover, Landscape, Mass Planting |
| Features: Foliage Interest, Deadheading Not Necessary |
| Maintenance: Easy |
| Scientific Name: Ipomoea batatas 'NCORNSP-021SHJB' USPP 29,378, Can 5,780 |
| Common Name: Proven Accents® Sweet Caroline Sweetheart Jet Black Sweet Potato Vine |
| Other Name(s): |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- IPOJBP
Container Sizes
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.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
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
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
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
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations