Convolvulus sabatius

Ground Morning Glory

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Common Name: 

Ground Morning Glory

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green Silver

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Maximum height: 

60 cm

Ground Morning Glory (Convolvulus sabatius) - Description

C. sabatius bears soft, hairy, gray-green, roundish, evergreen leaves. It also produces lavender-blue flowers from early summer into fall. They grow well in light gravelly soil with good drainage.

Ground Morning Glory (Convolvulus sabatius) - 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.

Ground Morning Glory (Convolvulus sabatius) - 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.

Ground Morning Glory (Convolvulus sabatius) - Planting

Plants spread via rhizomes which can be used for easy propagation.

Ground Morning Glory (Convolvulus sabatius) - Pest

Spider mites and aphids may cause problems. Other issues include leaf spots and rust.

Ground Morning Glory (Convolvulus sabatius) - 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.

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