Greater Periwinkle. An evergreen shrub with arching stems of dark green leaves. Dark violet or violet-blue flowers produced from mid-spring to autumn. Max Height 45cm. Flowers April to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Vinca major
An evergreen shrub with arching stems of dark green leaves. Dark violet or violet-blue flowers produced from mid-spring to autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Vinca |
|---|---|
| Species | major |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Greater Periwinkle |
| Flower Colour | violet, blue |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Prostrate |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Ground cover |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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