Also known as Blue Daze · 19 gardener saves
Evolvulus: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Evolvulus, the genus most gardeners know as blue daze. We track 4 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 4 most-saved Evolvulus varieties
Of 4 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedBlue My Mind XL Dwarf Morning Glory
Evolvulus x hybrida 'Blue My Mind XL'
#2 most savedBlue Daze
Evolvulus glomeratus 'Blue Daze'
#3 most savedDwarf Morning Glory
Evolvulus glomeratus 'Dwarf Morning Glory'
Dwarf Morning Glory
Evolvulus hybrid 'Blue My Mind'
How to grow Evolvulus
What the Evolvulus varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 4 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Evolvulus year
- PlantApril and May100% of varieties
Plant in well-drained soil after the last frost.
- FertilizeMay–August100% of varieties
Feed monthly with a balanced fertilizer to encourage continuous blooming.
- Pinch TipsJune50% of varieties
Pinch back stems if the plant becomes leggy to promote bushier growth.
- PruneJuly50% of varieties
Shear back leggy growth by 1/3 in mid-summer to encourage bushiness.
Do
- Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
- Provide full, direct sun all day long for best flowering.
- Use it in containers where its trailing habit can be appreciated.
- Fertilize periodically to support its long bloom season.
- Water regularly during dry periods 💧
Avoid
- Do not plant in shady locations.
- Avoid planting in heavy clay or poorly drained soils.
- Do not overwater, as this is the most common cause of failure.
- Don't worry about deadheading; it is self-cleaning.
What goes wrong with Evolvulus
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Small insects clustered on new growth. | Usually not a major problem. A strong spray of water or insecticidal soap can control them. |
| Fungus Gnats | Small, dark flies hovering around the soil surface, especially in overly moist conditions. | Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Use yellow sticky traps to catch adults. Apply a soil drench of Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti). |
| Root Rot | Wilting, yellowing leaves, and plant collapse despite moist soil. | Prevention is key. Plant in very well-drained soil and avoid overwatering. There is no cure. |
| Root rot | Wilting and blackened roots | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
Making more Evolvulus
Softwood Cuttings
- Take 3-4 inch stem tip cuttings in summer
- Remove the lower leaves from the cutting
- Dip the cut end in rooting hormone
- Stick in moist potting mix and keep in a humid environment
seeds
- Tuck seeds into moist soil in early spring.
- Keep soil consistently moist for germination, which takes about 2 weeks.
Evolvulus questions
How many types of Evolvulus are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 4 distinct Evolvulus varieties. The most popular — ranked by 19 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Evolvulus grow in?
Across its varieties, Evolvulus covers USDA Zones 9–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Evolvulus bloom?
Most Evolvulus varieties bloom in late spring to fall, late spring, early summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Evolvulus should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Evolvulus shows up in
By hardiness zone
Design with Evolvulus in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
