Botanical Name: Evolvulus glomeratus 'Blue Daze'
Common Name: Blue Evolvulus Type of Plant: dicot: perennial Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape low, spreading sub-shrub with soft, loose branches and a cushion-shaped habit; fine textured and fairly flat when mature Height 12" Spread 12" - 18" Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun to partial shade Soil tolerates most any soil Hardiness some frost (zones 14-24) Morphology: Leaves alternate, elliptical, to 1" long, dark green above, gray-green beneath, densely covered w/fine ciliate hairs on leaves and branch tips Flowers solitary deep blue, funnel-shaped flowers Fruit small capsule Propagation: semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: small filler or facer valued for its flower production throughout the year; mixes well with other perennials, informal plantings, native plantings and informal landscapes Landscape Care: Watering needs regular water, tolerates some drought when established Fertilizing balanced in spring Pruning head back occasionally to increase bushiness Pests/Diseases none Special Conditions/Other none Origin: Southeast North America Family: Convolvulaceae Notes: |
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