Slimlobe Globeberry
Ibervillea tenuisecta
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–96" H × 12"–96" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AZ, NM, TX
Pollinators
bees, beetles
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Slimlobe globeberry is a native climbing vine with delicate, deeply divided leaves and small summer flowers. This drought-tolerant perennial can be trained on trellises or allowed to scramble as groundcover, going dormant in winter.
In an HOA neighborhood
Slimlobe Globeberry takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Vigorous spreading growth can appear uncontrolled
- Dies back completely in winter leaving bare stems
- Requires regular pruning to maintain neat appearance
Wildlife value
Summer blooms attract native bees and beetles for pollination. The vine provides nesting sites and cover for small wildlife.
Common questions
- How much sun does Slimlobe Globeberry need?
- Slimlobe Globeberry grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Slimlobe Globeberry bloom?
- Slimlobe Globeberry blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Slimlobe Globeberry native?
- Slimlobe Globeberry (Ibervillea tenuisecta) is native to AZ, NM, TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Slimlobe Globeberry attract?
- Slimlobe Globeberry draws bees and beetles.
- Is Slimlobe Globeberry HOA-friendly?
- Slimlobe Globeberry 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 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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