Position

Sun exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing

Soil

Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Convolvulus althaeoides is a gorgeous climber from the bindweed family. It will either climber or trail, bearing delicate heart-shaped, silver green leaves. From mid to late summer large, funnel shaped flowers are borne and a striking clear pink.

For best results grow Convolvulus althaeoides in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. It can be invasive so is best grown in a container.

Plant calendar

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Plantyesyes
Flowersyesyes

Convolvulus and wildlife

Convolvulus is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Convolvulus poisonous?

Convolvulus has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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