Blue Daze

Blue Daze (Evolvulus glomeratus) is a low-growing tropical perennial that typically reaches 6–12 inches tall and spreads approximately 2–3 feet wide. Its small, silvery-green leaves grow along spreading stems, creating a continuous layer of foliage. In Southwest Florida, it is commonly used for groundcover, walkway borders, hanging baskets, and flowering landscape beds.

This plant grows best in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. At least six hours of direct sunlight daily supports healthy growth and frequent flowering. Shaded locations may produce fewer blooms and less dense foliage.

For groundcover and mass plantings, space Blue Daze approximately 12–18 inches apart, depending on the starting plant size and desired coverage. Its spreading stems can fill open spaces along garden edges or trail over the sides of raised beds and containers.

Newly planted Blue Daze needs regular watering while its roots become established. Mature plants tolerate short dry periods but flower best with consistent moisture. Allow the upper soil to begin drying between waterings and avoid prolonged standing water, especially during Southwest Florida's rainy season.

Blue Daze produces small, bright blue flowers with white centers throughout warm weather. Individual blooms typically open in the morning and close later in the day. New flowers continue developing during favorable growing conditions.

Blue Daze grows at a moderate rate and requires occasional trimming to maintain its shape. Light pruning can encourage branching and help control spreading stems. Fertilize lightly during active growth with a balanced landscape fertilizer. This tropical plant is sensitive to frost and may experience foliage damage during cold weather.

Why You'll Love It

Bright Blue Flowers: Produces small, true-blue blooms with white centers throughout warm weather, adding color to sunny planting areas.

Low-Growing Coverage: Spreading stems fill open spaces and create a flowering groundcover without growing tall.

Silvery-Green Foliage: Small, soft-looking leaves provide contrast against darker green shrubs and surrounding landscape plants.

Drought Tolerance: Established plants can handle short dry periods, although regular moisture supports better flowering.

Container Friendly: Trailing stems make Blue Daze suitable for hanging baskets, raised planters, and patio containers.

Sun Requirements: Grows best in full sun with at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.

Water Needs: Water regularly during establishment. Once mature, allow the upper soil to begin drying between waterings while maintaining moisture during extended dry weather.

Mature Size: Approximately 6–12 inches tall and 2–3 feet wide, depending on growing conditions.

Best Uses: Sunny garden borders, flowering groundcover, walkway edges, hanging baskets, raised landscape beds, patio containers, and mass plantings.