Bindweed (Convolvulus volubilis)
Care, watering, light and tips for Bindweed on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Convolvulaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Bindweed
Convolvulus volubilis, known as tagananankierto, is a vigorous perennial climbing plant, valued for its delicate white or pink trumpet-shaped flowers that open in the sun. Its twining stems and green leaves create a dense and attractive cover, ideal for adorning pergolas, fences, or walls, bringing a rustic and romantic touch to the garden. It can also be grown in hanging baskets for a cascading effect.
Native range
Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa
Care tips
It prefers full sun exposure for abundant flowering, although it toler tolerates light partial shade. Watering should be regular, keeping the substrate moist but not waterlogged, especially during active growth and flowering periods. It needs well-drained, fertile, and slightly alkaline soil; a universal potting mix with some sand or perlite is suitable. Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilization, as it will promote foliage growth at the expense of flowering.
How to save a dying Bindweed
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown, wilted leaves lacking vigor. No or very small flowers. Stunted growth.
- First aid
- Move it to a sunnier spot (at least 6h/day). Check drainage and water only when substrate is dry to the touch.
- What kills it
- Excessive shade and waterlogging. Bindweed needs full sun and well-drained soil to thrive.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act fast. It's very resilient. With proper sun and watering, it will recover and bloom again.