Convolvulus sabatius

GROUND MORNING GLORY
syn. Convolvulus mauritanicus
Family: Convulvulaceae
Pronounced: kon-VOLV-yoo-lus sa-BAH-tee-us

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Growing Guide
Rainy Side Notes

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GROWING GUIDE

Origin:
Spain, Italy and North Africa.
Plant group:
Woody perennials.
Hardiness:
Sunset zones: 4-9, 12-24.
USDA zones: 7-10.
Heat zones: 9-7.
Mature size:
Height: 6-24 inches (15-60 cm).
Width: 36 inches (90 cm).
Flowering period:
Early summer to fall.
Flowering attributes:
Lavender-blue, funnel-shaped flowers with yellow centers.
Leaf attributes:
Evergreen, hairy, soft, grayish green leaves.
Growth habit:
Trailing.
Light:
Full sun.
Soil:
Poor to fertile, gritty, well-drained soil.
Feeding:
In spring, fertilize with a complete organic fertilizer.
Propagation methods:
Sow seed at 55-64°F (13-18°C) in spring.
Softwood cuttings in late spring.
Greenwood cuttings in summer.
Divide in spring.
Pruning methods:
In late winter, trim plant to prevent it from becoming overly woody.
Pests and Diseases:
N/A.

 

Rainy Side Notes

Unfortunately, this beautiful ground dwelling perennial is in the same genus—Convolvulus—as our notorious bindweed. However, unlike its cousin the thug, this is a wonderful addition to our Northwest gardens. The morning glory blossoms flower from early summer into fall, and the evergreen plant looks fantastic trailing down the face of a rock wall.

It is important to note that the ground morning glory will climb over smaller plants, so site it away from your small, delicate ones.

Photographed in author's garden.