Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Convolvulaceae

Genus:

Convolvulus

Species:

Convolvulus equitans

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual | Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Vine

Height:

6-8 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

White, Purple

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid and semi-arid regions