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Plant Care
Pink bindweed
(Convolvulus cantabrica)
Also Known As
Pink bindweed, Canterbury bell, Bluebell creeper
About This Plant
Convolvulus cantabrica is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae, native to the Cantabrian Mountains in northern Spain. It is a low-growing perennial plant that forms mats of dark green leaves and produces funnel-shaped, pink or white flowers in late spring and early summer.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
6-12 inches (15-30 cm)
Light Requirements
Convolvulus cantabrica prefers full sun, but can tolerate partial shade.
Humidity Needs
This plant has no special humidity requirements.
Fertilizing Schedule
A balanced liquid fertilizer can be applied once a month during the growing season.
Pruning Guidelines
This plant requires little pruning, but deadheading spent flowers can encourage more blooms.
Common Pests and Diseases
Convolvulus cantabrica is relatively pest and disease-free.
Indoor Size Range
6-12 inches (15-30 cm)
Watering Schedule
This plant requires moderate watering, with the soil being allowed to dry out slightly between waterings.
Temperature Range
Convolvulus cantabrica prefers cool to moderate temperatures, with a range of 50-75°F (10-24°C) being ideal.
Growing Season
Late spring to early summer
Growing Difficulty Level
Convolvulus cantabrica is easy to grow and low maintenance.
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA hardiness zones 6-9
Did You Know?
Convolvulus cantabrica is a popular plant for rock gardens and is often used as a ground cover due to its low-growing habit.
