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Vinca minor

Common name: Lesser Periwinkle

Vinca minor Recently listed
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Description

Vinca minor, commonly known as lesser periwinkle, is a hardy evergreen perennial groundcover with trailing stems and glossy green leaves. It produces pretty, star-shaped blue or violet flowers in spring and sporadically throughout the summer, making it an excellent choice for underplanting, ground cover, or filling shady areas.

Plant information

Genus Vinca
Species minor
Cultivar To be confirmed
Plant type Perennial
Foliage Evergreen
Height 8-15 cm
Spread 25-40 cm
Growth rate Fast
Hardiness Hardy to UK zones
Toxicity (Guide Only) Mildly toxic
Last listed 2026-06-23

Position

Part ShadeShade

Flower colour

Blue

Features

Bee FriendlyPollinator Friendly

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