Common
name: "Periwinkle"
Latin name: Vinca minor 'Bowles Blue'
Zone: 4
- 9
Elevation to: 8500'
Growth habit: Mat forming
Max height: 4" - 6"
Spread: 24" - 36"
Flowers: Yes, May - June Flower type: Native to area: No
Available varieties: 1
Sunshine:
Water:
Pictured: Vinca
minor 'Bowels Blue'
Cultivation:
'Bowels Blue' is similar in growth habit to Vinca minor
except it's more compact. Light blue flowers will speckle the
plant from late May thru June
Plant in full sun to partial shade in well drained soil.
'Bowels Blue' adapts to poor soils and tolerates drought quite well.
The plant only requires watering two or three times per month once
established.
Propagation:
Purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center. Once
established plants may be divided in spring. Stem cuttings can be
taken during summer.
