Plant Number: 7.655.180 |
Periwinkle
Vinca minor ‘Illumination’
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Also known as Myrtle. Periwinkle is probably the most popular evergreen groundcover, forming a dense mat. This exciting selection has bright golden-yellow leaves edged in green, studded with blue flowers in spring. Tolerates dry shade once plants are established. Stems root into the ground readily. Mowing the patch low after blooming every couple of years will help to keep it thick and weed resistant. Plant 4 to 10 plants per square yard. USPP#12132, CPBR#1632: unlicensed propagation prohibited. May be considered invasive in some areas, do not discard unwanted plants in compost or in natural areas where these can become established. |
Zone 3 to Zone 9 |
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Conditions | Appearance | |
Sun Exposure Partial Shade Full Shade Soil Type Normal Sandy Clay Soil pH Acid Alkaline Neutral Soil Moisture Average Dry Moist Care Level Easy Foot Traffic Occasional Rate of Spread Medium |
Flower Colour Deep Blue Blooming Time Early Spring Early Summer Late Spring Mid Spring Foliage Color Deep Green Gold Variegated Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Attracts Butterflies Containers Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Edging Evergreen Ground Cover Massed Woodland Flower Head Size Small Height 10-15 cm 4-6 inches Spread 60-90 cm 23-35 inches |
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