Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Convolvulaceae

Genus:

Calystegia

Species:

Calystegia macounii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Vine

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

White

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, Wyoming

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers open, sunny habitats