Convolvulus tricolor
Dwarf Morning Glory
Convolvulaceae
Annuals
CONVOLVULUSMediterranean natives with funnel-shaped morning glory flowers. Common vining morning glories (Ipomoea) are sometimes sold as Convolvulus.
Mediterranean native. Bushy, branching, somewhat trailing plant to 1 ft. high and 2 ft. wide. Small, narrow leaves. Summer flowers, 1 1/2 in. across, variable in color but usually blue with yellow throat. Nick tough seed coats with knife and plant in place when soil has warmed up. In mild-winter climates, can be planted in fall for spring bloom. Used as edging or at top of wall.
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