Field Bindweed
Scientific Name: Convolvulus arvensis
Also Known As: Creeping Jenny, Morning Glory
Weed Family: Convolvulaceae
Description
Field bindweed is a summer perennial member of the morningglory family. The leaves of field bindweed are arrowhead shaped and appear alternately on long creeping stems. Field bindweed has an extensive root system which may extend up to 15 feet underground.
Its flowers are white to pink funnel shaped approximately one-inch across. Field bindweed spreads by either seed or rhizomes. Field bindweed is found throughout the United States, generally in rich and sandy or gravelly soils. It is tends to be more of a problem in the Western states.
Herbicide Use
Field bindweed control is best achieved when plants are actively growing and in the seedling to flower stage of growth. Multiple applications may be required for complete eradication.
Distribution
Germination Dates
Zone-3: August
Zone-4: September
Zone-5: September
Zone-6: October
Zone-7: November
Zone-8: November
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