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Calystegia collina ssp oxyphylla

Also Known As

  • Bindweed
  • Perennial Morning Glory
  • Serpentine Morning-Glory

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 2"-8"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 8b-12

Calystegia collina ssp oxyphylla plant details

Calystegia collina ssp oxyphylla is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In summer lavender and white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Calystegia collina ssp oxyphylla

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: convolvulaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calystegia collina ssp oxyphylla

USDA Zones: 8b - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Calystegia collina ssp oxyphylla plant

How to Grow Calystegia collina ssp oxyphylla

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant

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