evolvulus, dwarf morning glory

Brilliant, cobalt blue flowers are stunning over green-gray, fuzzy foliage that forms a mounded, somewhat trailing habit. Newer versions of Evolvulus have been bred for improved heat and drought tolerance, long blooming, and self-cleaning attributes. Use in patriotic colored gardens and containers or as a cool blue groundcover at the garden’s edge.

Grow in sunny areas, well-drained, amended soil or containers. Feed with a slow release fertilizer, Osmocote® or Plant-tone®. Follow label instructions. No deadheading needed. Trim once a month if growing leggy. Mulch 2″ to suppress weeds, retain moisture and protect against extremes of soil temperature.