Description

Looking for a silverbush with real character? Convolvulus cneorum is a great choice. Convolvulus cneorum is a striking dwarf shrub with silky, silvery leaves and white, funnel-shaped flowers flushed pink in bud, from late spring through summer.

Convolvulus cneorum, the silverbush, is a compact evergreen shrub with silky, silver leaves and pure white, funnel-shaped flowers from late spring to summer.

Key features of Convolvulus cneorum

• Plant type: Compact evergreen shrub
• Season of interest: Late spring to summer
• Look: Silky silver leaves and white funnel-shaped flowers
• Height and spread: 0.6m x 0.9m
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, even poor or gritty soil
• Hardiness: Hardy in milder areas; dislikes winter wet
• Supplied in: 3L pot
• Best for: gravel gardens, pots and rock gardens, Mediterranean-style planting, coastal gardens

Why choose Convolvulus cneorum?

• Silky silver foliage
• White flowers over a long period
• Ideal for gravel and pots

Where to plant Convolvulus cneorum

Convolvulus cneorum grows best in full sun, in well-drained, even poor or gritty soil. It is a good choice for gravel gardens, and also works well for pots and rock gardens, Mediterranean-style planting and coastal gardens. Pair it with lavender, cistus, rosemary and other Mediterranean plants.

How to plant Convolvulus cneorum

Water the plant well in its pot an hour before planting. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth, loosen the soil at the base, and mix in some garden compost. Set the plant at the same level it sat in the pot, backfill, firm gently and water in thoroughly.

How to care for Convolvulus cneorum

Drought-tolerant once established; avoid overwatering. Needs sharp drainage and shelter from winter wet; trim lightly after flowering. Trim lightly after flowering. It rots in wet, heavy soil, so drainage is essential.

Growing Convolvulus cneorum in a pot

Excellent in pots of gritty compost. Use a loam-based compost such as John Innes No. 3, make sure the pot has drainage holes, and water regularly in summer, as containers dry out faster than borders.

Grown in the UK, for UK gardens

Our plants are nursery-grown at St Annes in North West England, raised outdoors and in tunnels in real UK weather rather than a hothouse, so they arrive healthy, acclimatised and well rooted. This Convolvulus cneorum is supplied in a 3L pot. Container-grown plants can be planted almost all year round, as long as the ground is not frozen or waterlogged; autumn and spring are ideal.

Frequently asked questions

How big does Convolvulus cneorum grow?
Convolvulus cneorum typically reaches 0.6m x 0.9m, depending on position, soil and pruning.

When does Convolvulus cneorum look its best?
Its main season of interest is late spring to summer, when it shows silky silver leaves and white funnel-shaped flowers.

Is Convolvulus cneorum hardy?
Hardy in milder areas; dislikes winter wet.

How do I prune Convolvulus cneorum?
Trim lightly after flowering.

Does Convolvulus cneorum need sun?
Yes. Full sun and sharp drainage are essential for healthy growth and flowering.

Can Convolvulus cneorum grow in a pot?
Yes. It is excellent in a pot of gritty compost on a sunny patio.

Add Convolvulus cneorum to your basket today and enjoy late spring to summer interest in your garden.