Hedge Bindweed
Calystegia sepium
Also listed as Convolvulus sepium, Volvulus sepium
Also known as Larger Bindweed, Greater Bindweed, Large Bindweed
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Hedge bindweed is a vigorous climbing vine with heart-shaped leaves and white or pale pink funnel-shaped flowers that bloom throughout summer. It can become invasive in gardens and is difficult to eradicate once established.
Why grow it
Hedge bindweed produces abundant flowers attractive to pollinators and can cover structures quickly where vigorous growth is desired. Compared to ornamental morning glories, it is hardier and more persistent in cooler climates, though this same vigor makes it less suitable for controlled garden settings. University extension services generally recommend considering native climbing species for most landscape applications.
Watch out for
The plant's deep rhizomatous root system means that cultivation or disturbance of soil where it grows can fragment roots and create new plants, potentially spreading it beyond intended areas. Hand-pulling is ineffective for established plants and may worsen the problem.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Convolvulaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Europe and western Asia
Native to: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Climber
Vines that climb the layers above on a support.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Hedge bindweed is a vigorous climbing vine with heart-shaped leaves and white or pale pink funnel-shaped flowers that bloom throughout summer. It can become invasive in gardens and is difficult to eradicate once established.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Hedge Bindweed grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Hedge bindweed produces abundant flowers attractive to pollinators and can cover structures quickly where vigorous growth is desired. Compared to ornamental morning glories, it is hardier and more persistent in cooler climates, though this same vigor makes it less suitable for controlled garden settings. University extension services generally recommend considering native climbing species for most landscape applications.
Watch out for
The plant's deep rhizomatous root system means that cultivation or disturbance of soil where it grows can fragment roots and create new plants, potentially spreading it beyond intended areas. Hand-pulling is ineffective for established plants and may worsen the problem.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Convolvulaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Europe and western Asia
Native to: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Climber
Vines that climb the layers above on a support.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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