Convolvulus cneorum (Shrubby Bindweed)
Native to the Mediterranean region, Convolvulus cneorum (Shrubby Bindweed) is a small, spreading, evergreen shrub noted for its attractive silky, silvery-green foliage and large morning-glory-like flowers.
Native to the Mediterranean region, Convolvulus cneorum (Shrubby Bindweed) is a small, spreading, evergreen shrub noted for its attractive silky, silvery-green foliage and large morning-glory-like flowers. Blooming from late spring through summer, it grows in a dense, flattened mound of narrowly oblong leaves, covered with extremely fine hairs, which remain attractive throughout the growing season. They are spangled by abundant pink flower buds that open to trumpet-shaped white flowers, 1.5 in wide (4 cm), with yellow hearts over a long bloom period. This is one of the finest, truly silver-leaved shrubs.
- Awarded the prestigious Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society
- Grows up to 2 ft. tall (60 cm) with a spread of 2-4 ft. (60-120 cm).
- Easily grown in low to moderately fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. Provide a sheltered location. Tolerates afternoon light shade in hot summer climates. Dry soils are also tolerated. Heat and drought tolerant once established.
- Great for beds and borders, Mediterranean gardens, city gardens, rock gardens or containers.
- Virtually pest and disease free. Watch for aphids and spider mites indoors when overwintering container plants.
- Attractive to bees, butterflies and hummingbirds, but deer resistant.
- Plants may be grown from seed started outdoors about 2 weeks prior to last spring frost date or started indoors about 5-6 weeks prior to last frost date.
- Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
- Cut back after flowering to encourage new growth and maintain a compact form
Requirements
Hardiness | 8 – 11 |
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Heat Zones | 8 – 11 |
Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Convolvulus – Bindweeds |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 2' – 4' (60cm – 120cm) |
Spacing | 24″ – 36″ (60cm – 90cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden |