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Wilec (Ipomoea)
category : climbers
position : sun, partial shade
height : up to 5 m
frost resistance : up to -20 ° C
reaction soil : indifferent
preferences soil : fertile, humus, sandy loam
watering : a lot
color leaves/needles : green, purple, brown, yellow-green
color of flowers : blue, white, pink, red, purple, yellow-orange
shape : climbing, branching
period flowering : July-October
seeding : spring
reproduction:seed
persistence leaves : seasonal
application : balconies, gardens, pergolas, trellises, gazebos, terraces
pace of growth : fast
Wilec - silhouetteDevelopmental features of the wolfThe stand for the wolfWilec - careWilec - applicationAdviceWilec is one of the most attractive annual climbers grown in our climate.
The wolf's flowers are funnel-shaped and reach a size of up to 12 cm. The Ipomoea tricolor tricolor wolf has blue flowers with a white eye. The most popular varieties include 'Heavenly Blue' and the very similar 'Himmelblau'.
Also the purple wolf has something to be proud of. Its varieties have flowers in purple, white, red, as well as shades of pink and blue.The I. nile is represented in great numbers, available in many interesting varieties. All mentioned species of wolf bloom from July to early October and reach a height of 2-3 m. Their characteristic feature is also juicy green heart-shaped leaves up to 10 cm in size.
Potato grouse, i.e. sweet potato or sweet potato, produces thickened roots that are used in the same way as potatoes, and blooms white.
Wilec likes warm, sheltered positions in full sun. The ideal conditions for growing are moist and loamy soil.When summers are cool and rainy, vines may wither a bit.
From March, the vines are sown in pots or directly into the ground (when the substrate heats up to 20 ° C). The wolf shoots should be led at the beginning.Plants require abundant irrigation and regular supply.
The creeper is irreplaceable in masking plantings on the balcony and terrace. Suitable for guiding over fences and obelisks.
Sweet potatoes can be eaten, for example, after boiling, frying or baking.Like potatoes, they are used to make crisps.