Lesser Periwinkle. Lesser periwinkle. Evergreen shrub – Probably the most common cultivar, this selection is preferred for its profuse production of larger lavender-blue flowers. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 3m. Flowers April to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Vinca Minor ‘Bowles’
Lesser periwinkle. Evergreen shrub – Probably the most common cultivar, this selection is preferred for its profuse production of larger lavender-blue flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Vinca |
|---|---|
| Species | Minor |
| Varietry | 'Bowles' |
| Common Name | Lesser Periwinkle |
| Flower Colour | Blue |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Spread | 3m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Trailing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | April, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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