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Vinca Minor Periwinkle Shrub
Vinca Minor Periwinkle Shrub
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Flowering Shrub

Vinca Minor Periwinkle

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Zones 4-9

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  • Shipped in its nursery pot, so the roots stay undisturbed
  • Soil secured so it stays put in transit
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At a glance

Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade, Full Shade
Water
When the top 2–3" of soil is dry
Growth & size
Fast-growing evergreen ground cover. Typically reaches approximately 4–6 inches tall and spreads 12–24 inches or more per plant, forming a dense mat over time.
Botanical name
Vinca minor 'Bowles'
Hardiness
Zones 4-9
Tolerates
Heat tolerantCold hardyHumidity tolerantDrought tolerantCoastal tolerant
USDA zone map for Vinca Minor Periwinkle

Where it grows in the groundShaded areas are the zones where it can be planted outdoors.

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Difficulty Easy
Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade, Full Shade

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Water
When the top 2–3" of soil is dry

Water slowly and deeply. Check more often in its first summer.

Grows in
Zones 4-9

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Your first year together

  1. 1Day 1

    Plant it, then water slowly until the whole root ball is soaked.

  2. 2First few weeks

    Keep the soil evenly moist while new roots settle in.

  3. 3First summer

    Water deeply during hot, dry spells.

  4. 4Next spring

    New growth starts. Feed as it wakes up.

Planting instructions
Plant Vinca Minor Periwinkle in well-draining soil in full sun, partial shade, or full shade. Dig a hole slightly wider than the rootball and plant so the crown sits level with the surrounding soil. Water thoroughly after planting and apply mulch around the area to help conserve moisture while the plants establish. Space plants appropriately to allow them to fill in and create a dense ground cover over time.
Watering & sunlight
Water when the top 2–3 inches of soil begin to dry. Approximately once or twice per week during establishment, then less frequently once established. Vinca Minor Periwinkle becomes fairly drought tolerant over time but benefits from occasional deep watering during extended dry periods. Watering frequency may vary based on climate, soil type, rainfall, and establishment phase.

Vinca Minor Periwinkle grows best in full sun to partial shade but tolerates full shade very well. Flowering is typically heaviest when plants receive some sunlight during the day.
Care guide

PRUNING:
Vinca Minor Periwinkle requires very little pruning. Trim or edge as needed to control spread, refresh appearance, or keep the plant within landscape boundaries.

FERTILIZING:
Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring if desired to encourage healthy growth and flowering. Avoid fertilizing for the first 2–3 months after delivery to allow the plant to adjust and establish.

WINTER PROTECTION:
Vinca Minor Periwinkle is generally cold hardy throughout its recommended growing range and requires little winter protection once established. Mulch may be applied around newly planted areas to help protect roots during the first winter.

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Answered by Simply Trees plant experts
How big does Vinca Minor Periwinkle get?
Vinca Minor Periwinkle typically grows about 4–6 inches tall and spreads 12–24 inches or more per plant, gradually forming a dense evergreen ground cover.
How fast does Vinca Minor Periwinkle grow?
Vinca Minor Periwinkle is considered a fast-growing ground cover and can spread approximately 6–12 inches or more per year under favorable growing conditions.
Where is the best place to plant Vinca Minor Periwinkle?
Vinca Minor Periwinkle grows best in well-draining soil and adapts to full sun, partial shade, and full shade. It is commonly used as a ground cover beneath trees, along walkways, on slopes, in woodland gardens, and in landscape beds where homeowners want year-round foliage and weed suppression.
How far apart should I plant Vinca Minor Periwinkle?
For faster coverage, Vinca Minor Periwinkle plants are commonly spaced approximately 12–18 inches apart. Wider spacing may be used if you are willing to wait longer for the area to fill in.
Does Vinca Minor Periwinkle grow in shade?
Yes. Vinca Minor Periwinkle is one of the most popular evergreen ground covers for shaded areas and performs exceptionally well beneath trees and in woodland gardens.
Is Vinca Minor Periwinkle good for slopes and erosion control?
Yes. Its spreading growth habit and dense root system make Vinca Minor Periwinkle an excellent choice for stabilizing slopes and helping reduce soil erosion.
Will Vinca Minor Periwinkle help suppress weeds?
Yes. Once established, Vinca Minor Periwinkle forms a dense mat of foliage that helps shade the soil and reduce weed growth.
How long does it take Vinca Minor Periwinkle to fill in an area?
Coverage time varies based on spacing and growing conditions, but Vinca Minor Periwinkle typically begins filling in noticeably within one to two growing seasons.
Does Vinca Minor Periwinkle stay green all year?
Yes. Vinca Minor Periwinkle is evergreen in most of its growing range, providing year-round foliage color and landscape interest.
Does Vinca Minor Periwinkle bloom all summer?
The heaviest flowering typically occurs in spring, though plants may continue producing scattered blooms throughout the growing season under favorable conditions.
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