Convolvulus althaeoides (Mallow Bindweed)
Mallow Bindweed
Native to the Mediterranean region, Convolvulus althaeoides (Mallow Bindweed) is an attractive perennial with long, trailing, silvery stems, clothed in a lacy silvery foliage of heart-shaped leaves. Twisting and twining, the stems throw out large, trumpet-shaped, ice-pink flowers, 1-2 in. across (2-5 cm), from mid-summer to fall. Either used as a climbing or trailing perennial plant, Mallow Bindweed has roots that spread as fast as its silvery stems and may become invasive in mild climate areas. Be careful or adopt a container!
- Grows up to 2 in. tall (5 cm) with an indefinite spread.
- Easily grown in light, well-drained soils, with occasional watering in full sun. Drought tolerant once established.
- Great for Mediterranean gardens, rock gardens or containers.
- Virtually disease free.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Convolvulus - Bindweeds |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) |
Height | 4" – 6" (10cm – 15cm) |
Spread | 8" – 6' (20cm – 180cm) |
Spacing | 18" – 24" (45cm – 60cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden |
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Convolvulus - Bindweeds |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) |
Height | 4" – 6" (10cm – 15cm) |
Spread | 8" – 6' (20cm – 180cm) |
Spacing | 18" – 24" (45cm – 60cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden |