Annuals

Ipomoea batatas 'Marguerite'

Marguerite sweet potato vine

Marguerite ornamental sweet potato vine, also sold as Margarita.

Bright chartreuse leaves trail over container rims and spread across sunny beds. This vigorous ornamental vine is grown for its foliage rather than its roots. Trim stems when they begin to crowd neighboring plants and protect from frost.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: Height: Up to 12 in. · Spread: 3–5 ft.; varies by selection
Water: Regular moisture; well-drained soil

Sizes & prices

3.5"$5.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Susceptible to browsing.
Drought: Tolerant once established; containers still need watering.
Wet soil: Needs good drainage; avoid standing water.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Growing & care

Interest: Grown primarily for foliage
Pruning: Trim long shoots to keep them from overwhelming companion plants.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

Photo: Drew Avery · CC BY 2.0

Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.