Lesser Periwinkle. A mat-forming evergreen shrub with trailing stems of dark green leaves. Dark plum-purple flowers produced from mid-spring to autumn. Max Height 10cm to 20cm. Max Spread Indefinite. Flowers April to September. Full Sun/Partial Shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Vinca minor ‘Atropurpurea’
A mat-forming evergreen shrub with trailing stems of dark green leaves. Dark plum-purple flowers produced from mid-spring to autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Vinca |
|---|---|
| Species | minor |
| Varietry | 'Atropurpurea' |
| Common Name | Lesser Periwinkle |
| Flower Colour | Purple |
| Soil | Most types |
| Aspect | Full Sun/Partial Shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10cm, 20cm |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Spread | Indefinite |
| 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 | |
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