BLUE DAZE
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LATIN NAME: EVOLVULUS GLOMERATUS
The Basics
This tropical shrub has bright blue flowers that emerge in mid summer through mid fall. It's oval evergreen leaves have a downy texture and are spreading in nature, reaching a maximum of 1 foot tall (2-3 feet wide). Ideal as a border, ground cover or hanging plant. The Needs Amount of Sunlight: Full Sun / Partial Shade Amount of Water: Frequent watering / little watering in Winter Soil Conditions: Well drained soil Cold Hardiness Zone: 8-11 The Care Blue daze is a low maintenance, mostly pest and disease free plant. Fungus is a major issue for the plant during periods of rain, sometimes causing the death of the plant in poorly draining sites. Blue daze is fast growing however, and can be quickly replaced. Do not crowd blue daze with other plants, as poor air circulation can also contribute to fungal problems. Where not hardy, blue daze may overwinter indoors to prevent lethal frost damage. |
