I have just read about bindweed - essentially a variety of morning glory that is considered a weed because of how fast it grows and how it "chokes" other plants. This may be exactly what I need to quickly cover the walls of my terrace (it will be grown in containers and won't be near any other plants). I can't find any place to get the seeds (perhaps understandably). Is there anywhere I can get them, and is there any reason I shouldn't plant them for my needs?
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If there isn't bindweed in your area don't be the person that imports it... There are a great many climbing plants, including morning glory, passion flower, honey suckle, trumpet vine, even Virginia creeper or hops... Do some research and find something suitable in your area. |
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I think morning glory seeds would do the job you wanted. They have no problems covering large areas and don't spread where they aren't wanted. I agree with @Tim planting bindweed is something you are likely to regret. |
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I assume you are talking about Convolvulus sepia. It is quite common in my area (Seattle). I think it would be a big mistake to plant it. Although the individual white flowers are really quite elegant, in the mass this vine is really not very attractive. Also, I suspect that this species propagates vegetatively only, because I have rummaged through stands of this weed dozens of times over several decades looking for seeds, and I have yet to find a single one. I am glad to say. |
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