Vinca Minor Illumination 2 Litre Pot

Vinca minor ‘Illumination’ – Colourful Evergreen Groundcover with Golden Foliage

Vinca minor ‘Illumination’ is a vibrant, evergreen groundcover that combines year-round foliage interest with cheerful flowers. Its golden-yellow leaves are beautifully edged with deep green, creating a luminous effect that brightens even the darkest corners of the garden. In spring and early summer, violet-blue flowers appear, adding a delightful contrast to the glowing foliage.

Compact and low-growing (10–15 cm tall), it spreads steadily to form dense mats, making it a superb weed-suppressing groundcover. Its trailing stems also lend themselves to containers, hanging baskets, and raised beds, where the golden leaves can spill attractively over the edge. Fully hardy (H7) and tolerant of a wide range of conditions, it thrives in sun or shade and adapts well to most soils.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring:

• Fresh golden foliage shines brightly.

• Violet-blue starry flowers provide a bold contrast.

Summer:

• Evergreen foliage keeps its colour, while flowering may continue sporadically.

Autumn:

• Leaves remain golden-yellow with green edging, adding brightness to duller days.

Winter:

• Dense evergreen mats maintain structure, suppress weeds, and bring winter colour.

Structure & Form

Height & Spread: 10–15 cm tall, spreads widely by trailing stems.
Form: Low, mat-forming evergreen groundcover.
Foliage: Variegated golden-yellow leaves with deep green edges.
Flowers: Violet-blue blooms from spring into early summer.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Groundcover: Suppresses weeds with dense, colourful mats.

• Containers & Hanging Baskets: Trails beautifully, adding brightness.

• Borders & Edges: Provides long-lasting evergreen colour.

• Shade Gardens: Ideal for brightening under trees or shaded beds.

Growing Conditions & Care

Position: Sun to partial or full shade.
Soil: Well-drained, adaptable to most soils.
Maintenance: Low-maintenance; trim back spreading stems if required.
Hardiness: Fully hardy (H7) across the UK.

Why Choose Vinca minor ‘Illumination’?

With its glowing golden foliage and striking blue flowers, ‘Illumination’ is an unbeatable choice for brightening shady areas or adding year-round colour to containers and borders. Tough, hardy, and easy to grow, it’s a versatile evergreen groundcover that shines in any garden.

Vinca Minor Illumination 2 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Blue Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.