Convolvulus tricolor

RHS Plant Profile
dwarf morning glory

Other common names

dwarf convolvulus, small convolvulus, bindweed

Synonyms

Convolvulus minor hort.

Plants for pollinators
Herbaceous Perennial Annual Biennial

A bushy, spreading annual or short-lived perennial with dark green, oval leaves. The funnel-shaped, royal blue flowers, up to 4cm across, are feathered white towards the base of the petals, with a yellow eye. Each only lasts a day, but they are borne in succession over a long period in summer

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
1–2 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Loam Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H3

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Convolvulaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Genus
Convolvulus can be annuals, perennials or shrubs, erect or scrambling, with simple or palmately divided leaves and solitary or clustered, open funnel-shaped flowers
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Mediterranean

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in gritty, well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny site

Propagation

Propagate by seed, root softwood cuttings in late summer, or divide in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Patio and container plants
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds

Pruning

Deadhead to prolong flowering

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

honey fungus (rarely)