Convolvulus cneorum
Bush Morning Glory, Silverbush
Description
This evergeen mounding groundcover quickly grows to 2' x 3'. The leaves are slivery gray. Showy white flowers appaer in spring. Accepts reflected sun. Low maintainance. Attracts pollinators. Is native to southern Europe.
Plant Type
Ground cover
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Silver
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Wildlife
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.