Evolvulus Glomeratus

Evolvulus glomeratus

Although evolvulus is perennial in the southern part of the country, most regions consider it an annual and replace it every year. Being a member of the morning glory family, evolvulus flowers will often close in the afternoon.

How big does Evolvulus get?

The name “Evolvulus” means to untwist, referring to its nonvining habit. That's pretty special for a plant that is in the morning glory family. Blue Daze reaches about 12 inches tall, spreading outward to about 24 inches. This low-growing form makes it the perfect plant for the front of the border.

Is blue daze an annual or perennial?

The blue daze you can grow as a ground cover in the garden. It has lovely blue flowers and is a tough but tender perennial.

Is blue daze invasive?

Blue daze is a fast growing, not invasive, plant that works well as a ground cover or cascading accent in a rock or coastal garden.

Is evolvulus toxic to dogs?

A: Hi, although this plant is not considered edible, it is according to the ASPCA, non toxic to dogs, cats, and horses.

Does Blue Star Creeper bloom all summer?

Other than this optional upkeep, blue star creeper is a low-maintenance perennial that does not require deadheading, flowering throughout the spring and summer continuously without assistance.

Can blue daze survive a freeze?

Winter to Spring Growth Habit Blue Daze will start blooming early summer and will last all the way until the first freeze. If your area gets below freezing it will die back for the winter. This is completely normal for this summer flower.

Will blue daze come back after a hard freeze?

After a hard freeze, blue daze will die back for the winter. In early spring around March 1, trim it to a few inches from its main source. Start watering and fertilizing it. Soon blue daze will grow back and bloom from May to the first freeze.

Should blue daze be cut back?

Blue daze requires pruning at several points of its development to keep the plants compact and flowering robustly and consistently. When the plants are just starting out, cutting them back will encourage new branches to grow. To achieve the bushiest plants possible, pinch young buds every so often.

Are Blue Daze poisonous to dogs?

ALLERGENS, TOXICITY AND ANIMALS Non-toxic to animals. (Dogs, cats, horses, humans.) COMMENTS New variety of blue daze with deep blue color, self-cleaning owers. Good for hot areas, sun or shade.

Does Blue Daze attract hummingbirds?

Evolvulus Blue Daze-Rm. jpg Perennial: Deer resistant. Drought tolerant. Good rock garden, container, hanging basket and ground cover plant. Attracts butterflies & hummingbirds.

What is a good companion plant to Blue Daze?

Category:	Annual
Space Range:	9-12" (23-30cm)
Lowest Temperature:	30° to 40°F (-1° to 4°C)
Plant Light:	Sun to Part Shade
Companion Plants:	Yarrow, Echinacea, Candytuft

Does dwarf morning glory come back every year?

In cooler growing zones, it is grown as an annual but can be a sturdy perennial subshrub in warmer climates. These plants bloom from late spring until the first frost and attract plenty of bees and butterflies that love the nectar-rich blooms.

Is evolvulus a morning glory?

Evolvulus glomeratus, or Dwarf Morning Glory, is a tender, non-vining, herbaceous perennial more often grown as an annual that is a member of the Convolvulaceae family. It has brilliant blue flowers over a carpet of fuzzy, oval-shaped green leaves.

What is the most toxic plant to dogs?

The following plants are the most toxic to dogs and should never be made available to them under any circumstances:

Castor bean or castor oil plant (Ricinus communis)
Cyclamen (Cylamen spp.)
Dumbcane (Dieffenbachia)
Hemlock (Conium maculatum)
English Ivy, both leaves and berries (Hedera helix)
Mistletoe (Viscum album)

Does blue star creeper spread quickly?

Additionally, gardeners should be aware that blue star creeper is non-native to the United States. It has a tendency to spread quickly, which can be a good thing. However, the plant can become invasive in some situations, especially if it is overwatered or over-fertilized.

Does blue star creeper like sun or shade?

1. Light: Ideally, place your blue star creeper plants in an area that receives full sun for the majority of the day and light shade in the afternoon. These plants will also tolerate partial sunlight or partial shade, but a lack of sunlight may mute the color of their flowers.

Can you walk on blue star creeper?

Blue star creeper makes an ideal groundcover for sunny or partially sunny locations. This low-growing perennial rarely grows over 6 inches tall, yet it's so tough you can actually walk on it.

How do I get my blue daze to bloom?

The location is so so important, if your blue daze is getting insufficient light then this may be the cause why your plant is not blooming. Try planting your blue daze in an area that gets lots of sunlight, however, this is a full sun-loving plant that can tolerate some afternoon shade.

What to do if plant is left out in cold?

Get the plant to warmer temperatures as soon as you can. Bring the plant into a warmer area as soon as possible. Don't go about cutting off any foliage that looks dead — simply concentrate on getting the plant warm. The recovery process will start (depending on the length of cold exposure) as soon as it warms up.