Vinca minor - Lesser Periwinkle 3 Litre Pot

Vinca minor - Lesser Periwinkle

This reliable evergreen ground cover forms dense mats of glossy foliage with a profusion of violet-blue flowers in spring. Trailing stems root as they spread, creating excellent coverage for difficult areas.

Seasonal Highlights

• Violet-blue flowers throughout spring
• Occasional repeat flowering in autumn
• Year-round glossy evergreen foliage

Key Features

• Excellent ground cover for shade or sun
• Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest
• Self-rooting stems suppress weeds effectively
• Very hardy and low maintenance
• Tolerates dry shade once established

Perfect For

• Shady banks and slopes
• Underplanting shrubs and trees
• Woodland gardens
• Ground cover in difficult areas

Growing Tips

Plant in sun or shade in any reasonable soil. Particularly useful in dry shade under trees. Space plants 30cm apart for quick coverage. Trim back after flowering if needed to maintain density. Very drought tolerant once established.

Looks Great With

Perfect companion for Helleborus, Pulmonaria, and spring bulbs. Combines well with Heuchera and Ferns in shaded areas.

An indispensable evergreen ground cover that solves difficult planting problems while providing attractive flowers and foliage with virtually no maintenance.