Overview
Convolvulus caput-medusae is a trailing annual biennial in the genus Convolvulus, part of the Convolvulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Convolvulus caput-medusae grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, flower borders and beds and wall side borders.
About
Convolvulus caput-medusae is a trailing cultivar of the Convolvulus genus, which includes annuals, perennials, and shrubs that grow upright or scramble. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with south- or west-facing aspects. It grows best in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for cottage and informal gardens, city and courtyard gardens, flower borders, and wall-side borders. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, and it can be propagated by seed or softwood cuttings.
About the genus
Convolvulus is a genus of about 200 to 250 species of flowering plants in the bindweed family Convolvulaceae, with a cosmopolitan distribution; the Plants of the World Online database currently accepts 227 species and 12 natural hybrids. Common names include bindweed and morning glory; both are names shared with other closely related genera.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Convolvulus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Convolvulus caput-medusae size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Trailing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Flower borders and beds, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Convolvulus caput-medusae
- Propagation
- Seed, Softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Convolvulus caput-medusae?
Convolvulus caput-medusae prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Convolvulus caput-medusae need?
Convolvulus caput-medusae grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Convolvulus caput-medusae hardy in the UK?
Convolvulus caput-medusae has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Convolvulus caput-medusae?
Seed, Softwood cuttings.
More in the Convolvulus genus
- Convolvulus althaeoidesmallow bindweed
- Convolvulus cneorumsilverbush
- Convolvulus mauritanicus
- Convolvulus sabatius 'Moroccan Beauty'PBR
