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Vinca major
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Description
Greater Periwinkle is a vigorous evergreen groundcover, valued for its glossy green leaves and lovely violet-blue flowers. It helps suppress weeds and is ideal for shaded or partially shaded garden areas.
This plant is easy to maintain and spreads well, making it practical for covering slopes or bare spots under trees. It prefers well-drained soil and tolerates a range of light conditions.
Plant information
| Genus | Vinca |
|---|---|
| Species | major |
| Cultivar | To be confirmed |
| Plant type | Perennial |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10-30 cm |
| Spread | 50-100 cm |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Hardiness | Fully Hardy |
| Toxicity (Guide Only) | Safe |
| Last listed | 2026-06-25 |
Position
Full SunPart ShadeShade
Flower colour
Blue
Flowering months
JanFebMarAprMayJunDec
Season of interest
SpringSummerWinter
Features
Bee FriendlyButterfly FriendlyPollinator FriendlySuitable for PotsLow MaintenanceWinter InterestGround Cover
Soil
Any SoilSandLoamWell DrainedNeutral