How much sun does Bearbind need?

Bearbind grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Bearbind bloom?

Bearbind blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Bearbind native?

Bearbind (Convolvulus sepium) is native to AL, AZ, CA, CO and 41 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Bearbind attract?

Bearbind draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.

Is Bearbind HOA-friendly?

Bearbind takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Bearbind

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Convolvulus sepium

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Bearbind (Convolvulus sepium) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

medium

Size

96"–240" H × 48"–120" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AL, AZ, CA, CO and 41 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies, beetles

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Cities and water utilities offer rebates for replacing lawn with native and water-wise plants. We track 445 programs across 44 states, each with a link to the provider and the date we last checked it.

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

Northeastern Highlands Northeastern Coastal Zone Northern Allegheny Plateau Erie Drift Plain Northern Forests Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain Northern Piedmont Southeastern Plains Ridge and Valley Central Appalachians Western Allegheny Plateau Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens

Bearbind is a vigorous native vine that can reach 8-20 feet in length with heart-shaped leaves and white trumpet-shaped flowers. This aggressive climber spreads rapidly through underground rhizomes and can quickly cover fences, trellises, or other structures. It blooms from June through August but can become invasive if not carefully managed.

In an HOA neighborhood

Bearbind takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Extremely aggressive spreader that can overwhelm other plants
Difficult to control once established
Can look unkempt without constant maintenance

Wildlife value

The large white flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beetles during summer blooming period. Seeds provide food for birds in fall.

Common questions

How much sun does Bearbind need?: Bearbind grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Bearbind bloom?: Bearbind blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Bearbind native?: Bearbind (Convolvulus sepium) is native to AL, AZ, CA, CO and 41 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Bearbind attract?: Bearbind draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.
Is Bearbind HOA-friendly?: Bearbind takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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