Black Bindweed
Fallopia convolvulus
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
12"–48" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
GA
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Black bindweed is an annual climbing vine that scrambles over other plants or along the ground. It produces small white or pinkish flowers from summer through fall and can quickly cover areas with its heart-shaped leaves.
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.
- Aggressive spreading habit
- Can look weedy and unkempt
- May climb on neighboring plants or structures
Wildlife value
The long blooming period provides nectar for bees and beetles from summer through fall. Seeds may attract some bird species.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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