Railroadvine
Ipomoea pes-caprae
Railroadvine is a vigorous, salt-tolerant coastal groundcover that spreads rapidly across sandy soils in full sun, making it excellent for beach and dune stabilization. Its showy pink morning-glory-like flowers bloom reliably in warm months and require very little care once established. It is best grown outdoors in frost-free climates and is not suitable for indoor cultivation.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days; Tolerates Brief Dry Periods • Water Moderately; Well-Draining Sandy Soil Reduces Need For Frequent Watering
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Feb 20, 2022 by didier roggy (cc-by-sa)
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