The morning glory Calystegia soldanella (syn. Convolvulus soldanella) is a species of bindweed known by various common names such as sea bindweed, seashore false bindweed, shore bindweed, shore convolvulus and beach morning glory.
Seashore false bindweed shows good resistance to diseases and is generally not likely to suffer from them. That said, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases found in its environment. Such infections are generally minor. Regarding care, the plant needs a moderate level of maintenance. It should be pruned on a regular basis to preserve a neat appearance and healthy growth. Applying fertilizer can also encourage more flowering. Seashore false bindweed is appropriate for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive gardening experience. It may, however, need more attention if grown indoors.
How to keep Convolvulus Soldanella.
Light
Seashore false bindweed prefers a spot that receives ample sunlight during the day. It can, however, cope with fewer hours of sun, a trait possibly influenced by its native coastal environment. Too little or too much sunlight can impair its health and growth.
Temperature
Seashore false bindweed is a plant native to temperate ecosystems, with a preferred temperature range of 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C). It is particularly adapted to seasonal temperature fluctuations, but to ensure optimal growth it is recommended to provide warmer conditions during the colder months.
Fertilizer
The optimal time to fertilize a Seashore false bindweed is in early spring, as it comes out of dormancy and begins active growth. Fertilizing supplies essential nutrients for healthy growth. Although Seashore false bindweed has relatively low nutrient needs, applying fertilizer once a year can improve its survival and encourage better, longer-lasting flowers.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb, Vine
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Convolvulus
- Family
- Convolvulaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 5-9
- Mature Height
- 61 cm
- Mature Spread
- 91 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 5.08 cm to 7.62 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- Libya, Turkey, Tunisia, Mexico, Montenegro, Bulgaria, Greece, Croatia, Morocco, New Zealand, China, Russia, Germany, Portugal, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Japan, Koppen, France, Albania, Ireland, United Kingdom, South Korea, Ecuador, Algeria, Belgium, Netherlands
Other names.
