Convolvulus sabatius

Delicate yet surprisingly resilient, Convolvulus sabatius - commonly known as blue rock bindweed - adds a soft cascade of violet-blue flowers to your garden from late spring through autumn. Our range is grown in Ireland and therefore well suited to local conditions. These plants thrive even in cooler, wetter summers, providing reliable colour without fuss.

The trailing stems spill gracefully over containers, baskets and walls, with their soft, funnel-shaped blooms standing out against grey-green leaves. Whether filling a sunny corner or softening the edge of a path, it’s the kind of plant that enhances a garden with its effortless charm.

While it has a Mediterranean flair, Convolvulus sabatius holds its own in Ireland’s variable weather. It’s perfect for creating relaxed, informal planting schemes, adding texture and colour with minimal care. We recommend pairing it with low-growing perennials like arabis or aubrieta to create a textured, layered effect, or alongside hardy shrubs like lavender or santolina for a Mediterranean-inspired look.

With its graceful habit and dependable blooms, it’s one of those plants you’ll come back to year after year - quietly ornamental, yet always making a statement.