Ground Morning Glory
Convolvulus Sabatius
Overview
The Ground Morning Glory, Convolvulus sabatius, is a perennial trailing vine known for its profuse, funnel-shaped, blue to purplish flowers. With a height of 6-12 inches and a spread of up to 2 feet, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. This hardy plant blooms from spring to fall, providing ground cover or spilling beauty in hanging baskets, and is a favorite for adding a splash of color in Mediterranean-inspired landscapes.
Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 6–10Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 6–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover, Perennial
- Family
- Convolvulaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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