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Groundcover · EvergreenSKU 172481

Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea' - Purple Lesser Periwinkle 3 Litre Pot

Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea' - Purple Lesser Periwinkle 3 Litre Pot

Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea'
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Dark purple-flowered periwinkle
Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea'
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Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade, Full shade
Hardiness
H6 (-20 to -15°C)
Mature size
0.1-0.5m tall × 1-1.5m wide
Foliage
Evergreen
Flowers
Red, Purple
Soil
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Aspect
North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Supplied as
Pot Grown
Growth rate
Moderate
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About Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea' - Purple Lesser Periwinkle 3 Litre Pot

Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea' - Purple Lesser Periwinkle

This striking form features deep purple flowers that create dramatic colour in spring. Trailing evergreen stems form dense mats of glossy foliage, providing excellent ground cover throughout the year.

Seasonal Highlights

  • Rich purple flowers throughout spring
  • Occasional repeat flowering in autumn
  • Year-round glossy evergreen foliage

Key Features

  • Deep purple flowers provide rich colour
  • Excellent ground cover for shade or sun
  • Self-rooting stems suppress weeds effectively
  • Very hardy and low maintenance
  • Tolerates dry shade once established

Perfect For

  • Colourful ground cover on banks and slopes
  • Underplanting shrubs and trees
  • Purple-themed planting schemes
  • Woodland gardens

Growing Tips

Plant in sun or shade in any reasonable soil. Performs well in dry shade under trees. Space plants 30cm apart for quick coverage. Trim back after flowering to maintain dense growth. Very drought tolerant once established.

Looks Great With

Stunning with Pulmonaria, Geranium, and purple spring bulbs. Combines beautifully with Heuchera and Ajuga for layered foliage interest.

A colourful and reliable ground cover that provides vibrant spring flowers and evergreen structure with virtually no maintenance throughout the year.

Plants well with

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