Convolvulus tricolor 'Flash Light Blue'
Dwarf Morning Glory
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Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Flash Light Blue') - Description
Our dwarf morning glory displays the rarest, most elusive and sought after garden color: a perfect sky blue. Elegant and graceful 2" blooms have white throats and tiny, bright yellow centers that create a unique "flashlight" effect. Its compact plants are a must for low maintenance gardens, preferring dry, poor soil, full sun, and little care. Ht: 14".
Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Flash Light Blue') - Blooming
Flowers resemble those of true Morning Glories (Ipomoea tricolor). The flowers are trumpet shaped often times blue, sometimes with a yellow throat. Some species have pink flowers in the summer.
Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Flash Light Blue') - Growth
Some species in this genus grow as a creeping vine and rarely get taller than 6 inches off the ground, whereas other species, such as the Bush Morning Glory (C. cneorum), can get as tall as 4 ft. Does best in full sun.
Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Flash Light Blue') - Planting
Plants spread via rhizomes which can be used for easy propagation.
Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Flash Light Blue') - Pest
Spider mites and aphids may cause problems. Other issues include leaf spots and rust.
Dwarf Morning Glory (Convolvulus tricolor 'Flash Light Blue') - Soil and irrigation
Does best in poor to moderately fertile soils that are well-draining. Water freely during the growing season, keep just moist in winter.
