Wine Periwinkle
Vinca Minor 'Atropurpurea'
Overview
Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea,' commonly known as Wine Periwinkle, is an evergreen ground cover plant notable for its deep wine-purple flowers. Thriving in zones 4-9, it prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil. Stands 4-6 inches tall with a spread of 18-24 inches. It is low-maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and excellent for controlling erosion. Its glossy, dark green leaves provide year-round interest. Ideal for underplanting in woodland gardens.
Culture
- Sun
- Deep Shade, Half, Shade
- Water
- Low, Very Low
- USDA zones
- 4–9
Shape & size
- Mature width
- 1–1.5 Ft.
Classification
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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