Scientific Name
Cardiospermum halicacabum

Common Name
Balloon vine; Love-in-a-puff

Hardiness: Tender perennial grown as an annual
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Rapid
Texture: Fine
Height: 10'
Exposure: Sun
Climbing Method: Tendrils but may need tying
Flower/ Fruit: Small white flowers; three sided light green seed pods
Comments: Sow seeds directly outdoors or start indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting; has square stems and deeply cut leaves; can be used for light screening
Cultivars: --
 
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