Greater Periwinkle. An evergreen shrub with arching stems of dark green leaves. Dark 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 var. oxyloba
An evergreen shrub with arching stems of dark green leaves. Dark violet-blue flowers produced from mid-spring to autumn.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Vinca |
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Species | major |
Varietry | var. oxyloba |
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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