Railroad Vines

Railroad Vines sprawl quickly with large purple blooms; salt- and drought-tolerant, ideal for dunes and coastal gardens.

SKU: SG-P859

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Description

Railroad Vine (Ipomoea pes-caprae) is a fast-growing native groundcover that stabilizes sandy soils while showcasing large, trumpet-shaped purple flowers. Thriving in coastal Florida, it’s highly salt- and drought-tolerant. Ideal for dunes, beachfront gardens, or erosion control, it brings natural seaside beauty and resilience to landscapes.

Plant
Characteristics

Mature Height

6–12 inches

Mature Width

6–10 feet spreading

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth Rate

Fast — establishes within 1 season