Sweet Potatoes Ipomoea ‘Compact Margie’
Ipomoea batatas ‘Compact Margie’ is a compact variety of sweet potato vine known for its vibrant green and white variegated foliage. This plant is an excellent choice for containerscomma-sign hanging basketscomma-sign window boxescomma-sign and small garden spaces due to its smaller growth habit compared to other sweet potato vines. It thrives in sunny or partially shaded areas and is known for its vigorous growth and decorative foliage.
Specs
Fresh and Variegated for Elegant Displays
Ipomoea batatas ‘Compact Margie’ features creamy white and green foliage in a compact, trailing form. A lovely choice for softening edges in containers or hanging baskets.
Product Highlights
Category: Foliage
Bloom Time: Rarely blooms
Growth Habit: Compact and trailing
Mature Size: 6 to 8 inches tall, spreads 2 to 3 feet
Hardiness: USDA Zones 9 to 11
Ideal Temperature Range: 65 to 85°F
Foliage Color: Green with white variegation
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Moderate
Bloom Size: Rarely blooms
Pet Safe? Yes – non-toxic to pets
Best Uses
Ideal for hanging baskets, patio pots, and elegant ground cover
Pro tip: Perfect choice for softening hard edges in small-space gardens or window boxes.
Ipomoea batatas ‘Compact Margie’ features creamy white and green foliage in a compact, trailing form. A lovely choice for softening edges in containers or hanging baskets.
Product Highlights
Category: Foliage
Bloom Time: Rarely blooms
Growth Habit: Compact and trailing
Mature Size: 6 to 8 inches tall, spreads 2 to 3 feet
Hardiness: USDA Zones 9 to 11
Ideal Temperature Range: 65 to 85°F
Foliage Color: Green with white variegation
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Moderate
Bloom Size: Rarely blooms
Pet Safe? Yes – non-toxic to pets
Best Uses
Ideal for hanging baskets, patio pots, and elegant ground cover
Pro tip: Perfect choice for softening hard edges in small-space gardens or window boxes.
Key Features:
Bloom Time:
Rarely Blooms
Growth Habit:
Trailing
Mature Height:
MINI (under 12 inches)
USDA Zone:
Temperate (Zones 7 to 9)
Temperature:
Warm Climate
Color:
Green Foliage
Light Requirement:
Full Sun
Water Need:
Moderate
Bloom Size:
Small
Pet Friendly:
Yes