Convolvulus sabatius

Convolvulus sabatius, the ground blue-convolvulus[1] or blue rock bindweed, is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae, native to Italy and North Africa, and often seen in cultivation.

[2] It is a woody-stemmed trailing perennial plant, growing to 20 cm (8 in) in height.

[3] It has slightly hairy leaves and light blue to violet flowers, often with a lighter centre, which is 2.5–5 cm (1–2 in) in diameter.

[3] The Latin specific epithet sabatius refers to the Savona region of Italy.

[3] It is suited to window boxes and containers and prefers a sunny situation with good drainage.