Love in-a-puff Vine
Love in-a-puff Vine
Cardiospermum halicacabum
Few flowers capture whimsy and charm like the love in-a-puff vine in full bloom. Its feathery vines spill with clusters of tiny white flowers and curious green, lantern-like pods. Peek inside a pod and you’ll find small black seeds marked with crisp white heart shapes ,a delightful, unexpected detail. Fast-growing and eager to climb, these vines quickly cover trellises and structures. When woven into bouquets or arrangements, their airy texture and playful pods add an instant lift and a touch of enchantment.
Plant Type: Annual
Height: 6-10 feet
Sun: Full sun
Sow: start indoors 8 to 10 weeks before last frost then transplant out after all danger of frost has passed.
Pinch: Not necessary
Spacing: 9”-12”
Days to maturity: 80 -90 days
Tip: Love-in-a-puff is very sensitive to cold; wait until the weather has warmed to plant out. Provide a strong trellis or support for vines to climb
Seeds per packet: Approximately 25