How much sun does Black Bindweed need?

Black Bindweed grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Black Bindweed bloom?

Black Bindweed blooms in June, July, August, September, and October.

What pollinators does Black Bindweed attract?

Black Bindweed draws bees and beetles.

Is Black Bindweed HOA-friendly?

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

Black Bindweed

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Polygonum convolvulus

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Black Bindweed (Polygonum convolvulus) 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

part shade

Water

medium

Size

24"–120" H × 12"–48" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

Pollinators

bees, beetles

Native alternatives to Black Bindweed

Black Bindweed is not native to the United States. These natives fill a similar role in a planting, matched on bloom season, bloom color and mature size.

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Black bindweed is an annual climbing vine that can reach up to 10 feet in height, twining around supports or sprawling along the ground. It produces small white or pinkish flowers from summer through fall and has heart-shaped leaves. This aggressive grower can quickly cover fences, trellises, or other plants.

In an HOA neighborhood

Black Bindweed 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.

Considered a weedy agricultural pest
Can look unkempt and overgrown
May spread aggressively and cover desired plants

Wildlife value

The long blooming period provides nectar for bees and beetles throughout the growing season. Seeds may attract small birds in late fall.

Common questions

How much sun does Black Bindweed need?: Black Bindweed grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Black Bindweed bloom?: Black Bindweed blooms in June, July, August, September, and October.
What pollinators does Black Bindweed attract?: Black Bindweed draws bees and beetles.
Is Black Bindweed HOA-friendly?: Black Bindweed takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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