White Evolvulus (Evolvulus pilosus 'White') is a low, spreading groundcover about 30cm high and up to 1m wide, with soft silvery-green foliage. From summer to autumn it is covered in white flowers that look like small morning glories. The neat leaves are soft to touch and often turn soft, spicy colours in autumn.
Why you'll love it
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Months of white flowers. Masses of white blooms cover the plant from summer to autumn.
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Soft, silvery foliage. The leaves are silvery-green and soft to touch, and they often take on spicy colours in autumn.
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Fast and neat. It grows quickly but stays tidy, with a compact, low habit.
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Spills over pots. The foliage cascades over the sides of containers, softening the rim.
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Flexible in the garden. Use it as a groundcover, a loose stepover hedge or a spilling plant in a pot.
Where it works best
Groundcover and mass display. Plant 50cm apart in groups for a drift of white flowers. It spreads to about a metre, so it fills the gaps between plants over a season.
A loose stepover hedge. Used unclipped along a path, it makes a soft, informal edge in cottage gardens and informal areas.
Containers. In a pot or hanging basket the foliage cascades over the edge, and the flowers show from every side.
Growing White Evolvulus in Australia
Position and climate. Full sun suits it best. Protect it from frost.
Soil. Plant in free-draining soil rich in organic matter. In containers, use a potting mix rich in organic matter.
Water and feed. Mulch and water well. It tolerates dry periods and thrives with additional water.
Pruning. Prune after flowering to keep the plant neat and encourage fresh growth.
What to expect when it arrives
We sell White Evolvulus as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It also comes in 140mm pots in packs of 10. The pots are the quick way to cover ground, while tubes suit building a larger drift over a season or two. Plant in full sun and water well.
Because White Evolvulus tube stock comes from our grower, it is not always available, and the tube shows as sold out whenever the grower has none. The notify button on the page emails you the day it is back. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.
Plant care guides and related reading
Common questions
How far will it spread?
Up to about a metre across, while staying around 30cm high. Plant 50cm apart for a groundcover that closes over.
Does it cope with frost?
It needs protection from frost. In frosty districts grow it in a pot you can move under cover.
Does it need pruning?
Prune after flowering to keep it neat. Otherwise it needs mulch, water and a sunny position.