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Variegated Periwinkle

Vinca Major 'Variegata'

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Overview

Variegated Periwinkle (Vinca major 'Variegata') is a trailing evergreen groundcover notable for its striking green-and-cream variegated leaves. Hardy and adaptable, it flourishes in partial to full shade, and when mature, reaches a height of 12-18 inches with a spread of 18-24 inches. Dainty violet-blue flowers emerge in spring, adding a pop of color. Ideal for erosion control, it requires minimal maintenance once established. Zones 7-9.

Sun Deep Shade, Half, ShadeWater Low, Very LowZones 4–10Type Ground cover

Variegated Periwinkle (Vinca Major 'Variegata') — ground cover for deep shade or half or shade

Culture

Sun: Deep Shade, Half, Shade
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Ground cover
Family: Apocynaceae

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Variegated Periwinkle (Vinca Major 'Variegata') — reaches a height of 12-18 inches with a spread of 18-24 inches

Variegated Periwinkle (Vinca Major 'Variegata') — the Variegated Periwinkle offers enduring foliage interest and a reliable performance across the seasons

Variegated Periwinkle (Vinca Major 'Variegata') — With a moderate growth rate

Variegated Periwinkle (Vinca Major 'Variegata') — from full sun to full shade; however

Photographs by 4 contributors

AJC1, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Ricardo Tulio Gandelman from Rio de…, CC BY 2.0 · source
Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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