Need a vine for a trellis, pole, or fence? Cardinal climber makes a nice partner with scarlet runner bean or morning glory. Deep red flowers with a white/yellow throat attract pollinators and hummingbirds like crazy! We can't say enough about the beautiful, fern-like foliage that together with the flowers make this an eye-catcher! Great container variety. Caution: Most parts of this plant are poisonous if ingested. Botanical Name: Ipomoea sloteri Family: Convolvulaceae Native: Only in cultivation Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 11 and 12; usually grown as an annual Plant Dimensions: 6'–20' vine Variety Information: ¾" wide, red, tubular flowers Exposure: Full sun Bloom Period: Summer to frost Attributes: Attracts Hummingbirds, Good for Containers When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Plants started too early outside will end up less vigorous than plants started when warmer. When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting outside. Sow into a biodegradable pot that can be directly planted in the ground to avoid disturbing roots. Days to Emerge: 5–15 days Seed Depth: 1/2" Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 6"–12" Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 6"–12" Shop with confidence when you shop at Southern Agriculture. All of our items are in stock and ship from Tulsa, Oklahoma. If you have any questions you can email us at [email protected] Would you prefer to shop in-store? We have six locations located in Tulsa, Broken Arrow, and Owasso Oklahoma.
