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Variegated Dwarf Periwinkle

Vinca Minor 'Variegata'

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Overview

The Variegated Dwarf Periwinkle, Vinca Minor 'Variegata,' is a versatile groundcover displaying white-edged, green foliage and delicate lavender blooms. Thriving in USDA zones 4-9, it spreads 18 inches wide, reaching a height of 3-6 inches. Tolerant of shade, it's ideal for underplanting in woodland gardens. Maintenance is minimal, requiring occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage denser growth. A perfect choice for adding year-round interest with minimal care.

Sun Deep Shade, Half, ShadeWater Low, Very LowZones 4–9Type Ground cover
Variegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — green foliage and delicate lavender blooms
Variegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — A perfect choice for adding year-round interest with minimal careVariegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — Vinca Minor 'Variegata,' is a versatile groundcover displaying white-edgedVariegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — Tolerant of shade, it's ideal for underplanting in woodland gardensVariegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — Thriving in USDA zones 4-9, it spreads 18 inches wide, reaching a height of 3-6 inchesVariegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — Maintenance is minimal, requiring occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage denser growthVariegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — scientifically known as Vinca minor 'Variegata'

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover
Family
Apocynaceae

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Variegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — green foliage and delicate lavender blooms
Variegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — A perfect choice for adding year-round interest with minimal care
Variegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — Vinca Minor 'Variegata,' is a versatile groundcover displaying white-edged
Variegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — Tolerant of shade, it's ideal for underplanting in woodland gardens
Variegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — Thriving in USDA zones 4-9, it spreads 18 inches wide, reaching a height of 3-6 inches
Variegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — Maintenance is minimal, requiring occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage denser growth
Variegated Dwarf Periwinkle (Vinca Minor 'Variegata') — scientifically known as Vinca minor 'Variegata'
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