Ipomoea cairica — Climbing, Trailing

Overview

Ipomoea cairica is a climbing, trailing climber wall shrub in the genus Ipomoea, part of the Convolvulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ipomoea cairica grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, sub-tropical, climber and wall shrubs and conservatory and greenhouse.

About

Ipomoea cairica is a climbing or trailing cultivar within the Ipomoea genus, known for its twining growth habit typical of the family Convolvulaceae. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam soils across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Suitable for patios, containers, conservatories, and sub-tropical climber displays, it is best planted after the last frost in fertile soil. Propagation can be achieved through seed or cuttings, and it remains of interest during the winter season.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Ipomoea

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H1c

Plant details

Ipomoea cairica size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Climber Wall Shrub
Habit: Climbing, Trailing
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical, Climber and wall shrubs, Conservatory and greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Ipomoea cairica

Propagation: Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistance: Susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite and glasshouse whitefly
Disease resistance: Susceptible to fusarium wilt, powdery mildews and virus diseases