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Vinca major
Big Leaf Periwinkle (Greater Periwinkle)
Vinca major is an evergreen, trailing ground cover. Semi-evergreen in the northern zones. Leaves dark green, 1" x 1.5"-3". Lilac-blue, 1"-2" flowers early Spring. Spreads quickly. Prefers regular watering and well drained soil. Will tolerate dry soil once established. Suitable for ground cover, erosion control and heavy shade. Also used in container gardens. Will block out weed growth. Mature height 6"-18".
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- Full Sun to Shade
- Prefers Part Shade to Shade in Southern Zones
- Semi-Evergreen in Northern zones
- Tolerates most soil conditions
- Tolerates dry soil - needs regular watering in Full Sun
- Category: Evergreen, Container Combination, Ground Cover
- Hardiness Zone: 6-9
- Height: 6-18 Inches
- Spacing: 12-18 Inches
- Bloom Color: Blue
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Attributes
| • | Container |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Erosion Control |
| • | Evergreen |
| • | Fast Growing |
| • | Ground Cover |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Spring Bloomer |
Foliage Color
| • | Dark Green |
Habit
| • | Trailing |