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Spanish flag, Ipomoea lobata, is a fast-growing annual climber, bearing cascades of flowers in an unusual mix of red, fading to cream. It's idea for growing in a sunny border or as part of a summer container display.
Grow Ipomoea lobata in well-drained soil in full sun. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering.
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Ipomoea and wildlife
Ipomoea has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
