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Common
name: "Periwinkle"
Latin name: Vinca minor
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Zone: 4
- 9
Elevation to: 8500'
Growth habit: Mat forming
Max height: 4" - 6"
Spread: Unlimited
Flowers: Yes, May - June
Flower type:
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 14+
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Pictured: Vinca
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Cultivation:
Plant in full sun to partial shade in well drained soil.
"Periwinkle" adapts to poor soils and tolerates drought
well. Only needs watered two or three times per month.
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.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Aphids or scale. |
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