Convolvulus Blue Lake
Convolvulus Blue Lake
Blue Rock Bindweed
Convolvulus 'Blue Lake' is a compact, evergreen groundcover that produces masses of striking sky-blue flowers above soft silver-grey foliage from spring through summer. This tough Mediterranean plant is prized for its long flowering season, drought tolerance and ability to thrive in hot, sunny positions where many other plants struggle.
With its spreading habit and attractive foliage, Blue Lake is perfect for rock gardens, retaining walls, borders, coastal gardens and containers. The vibrant blue flowers create a stunning contrast against the silvery leaves, making it one of the most eye-catching low-growing plants for sunny gardens.
Why You'll Love Convolvulus Blue Lake
- Masses of vibrant sky-blue flowers
- Attractive silver-grey foliage year-round
- Long flowering season from spring through summer
- Excellent drought tolerance once established
- Ideal for rock gardens and retaining walls
- Low-maintenance and easy to grow
- Perfect for coastal gardens
- Great groundcover for sunny positions
- Expected 5 Year Height 0.15 M Width 0.7 M
Is Convolvulus Blue Lake suitable for my garden?
Is Convolvulus Blue Lake suitable for my garden?
Convolvulus Blue Lake is best suited in a position that gets
- Full sun
Convolvulus Blue Lake is
- Winter Dormant
- Drought resistant once established
- Perennial
- Wind Tolerant
- Coastal Friendly
- Groundcover
- Drought resistant
- Flowering
- Fast-growing
- Cold hardy
Convolvulus Blue Lake will thrive in soil that is
- Free draining
- Stoney
- Normal
How to establish your Convolvulus Blue Lake?
How to establish your Convolvulus Blue Lake?
Plant Convolvulus Blue Lake in a full sun position.
For the best flowering performance:
Choose a warm, sunny location.
Ensure good airflow around the plant.
Avoid heavily shaded positions.
Full sun promotes the strongest flowering and most compact growth.
How to maintain your Convolvulus Blue Lake once established?
How to maintain your Convolvulus Blue Lake once established?
Water regularly during establishment.
Once established, Convolvulus Blue Lake is highly drought tolerant and generally only requires watering during prolonged dry periods.
Avoid excessive watering, particularly during winter.
Convolvulus performs best in relatively lean soils.
For healthy growth:
Apply compost lightly in spring.
Use a balanced slow-release fertiliser sparingly if required.
Avoid excessive feeding.
Too much fertiliser can result in lush foliage with fewer flowers.
After Flowering
A light trim helps:
Maintain a compact shape
Encourage fresh growth
Promote further flowering
Simply trim back any long or untidy stems.
Remove any damaged or dead growth as required.
Convolvulus Blue Lake tolerates light to moderate frosts.
In colder regions:
Plant in sheltered positions.
Ensure excellent drainage.
Trim any frost-damaged growth in spring.
Established plants generally recover quickly.
Blue Lake performs exceptionally well in containers and hanging baskets.
For best results:
Use a premium free-draining potting mix.
Position in full sun.
Water sparingly once established.
Feed lightly during spring.
Its cascading habit makes it ideal for elevated planters.
Convolvulus Blue Lake combines beautifully with:
Lavandula Super
Ballota pseudodictamnus
Festuca ovina glauca
Armeria Ballerina White
Iberis sempervirens
Sedum Limelight
Euphorbia martinii
Nepeta Blue Wonder
The brilliant blue flowers contrast beautifully with silver foliage and white flowering companions.
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