Overview
Ipomoea indica 'Zarah Leander' is a climbing, trailing climber wall shrub in the genus Ipomoea, part of the Convolvulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ipomoea indica 'Zarah Leander' 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 indica is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae, known by several common names, including blue morning glory, oceanblue morning glory, koali awa, and blue dawn flower. It bears heart-shaped or three-lobed leaves and purple or blue funnel-shaped flowers 6–8 cm (2–3 in) in diameter, from spring to autumn.
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 indica 'Zarah Leander' 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 indica 'Zarah Leander'
- 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
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ipomoea indica 'Zarah Leander'?
Ipomoea indica 'Zarah Leander' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ipomoea indica 'Zarah Leander' need?
Ipomoea indica 'Zarah Leander' grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Ipomoea indica 'Zarah Leander' hardy in the UK?
Ipomoea indica 'Zarah Leander' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Ipomoea indica 'Zarah Leander'?
Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings.
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