Treasure Island™ Makatea Sweet Potato Vine

Ipomoea batatas ’17-527′ PPAF

Introduced by: Concept Plants

Exposure: Sun to part shade
Trails up to 59″ long

The Treasure Island™ sweet potato series combines flavor and beauty, making it a real treasure for growers and gardeners alike. Makatea bears vigorous vines with chartreuse heart-shaped leaves which looks luscious spilling out of hanging baskets or containers. At the end of the season, harvest the edible white-flesh tubers, ideal for Asian and Caribbean cuisine.

Available as quarts, liners and finished plants from Walla Walla Nursery, Metrolina Greenhouses, and Raker-Roberta’s Young Plants.