Apios
Apios americana
Apios, also known as groundnut or hopniss, is a fast-growing native vine that thrives in partial shade to full sun and moist, rich soil. It produces fragrant, pinkish-purple flowers in summer and edible tubers that can be harvested in autumn like small potatoes. Provide a trellis or support structure, as vines can reach 6–10 feet in length.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Flowers
purple
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Regularly To Keep Soil Consistently Moist, Especially During Dry Spells; Tolerates Brief Dry Periods Once Established
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-10° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 20, 2021 by Melissa May (cc-by-sa)
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