Vinca major ‘Green’ (18)ct Flat

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Vinca major (18)ct FlatCommon names: Big Leaf Periwinkle, greater periwinkle

Height: 6-18 InchesHardiness Zone: 6-9Full Sun to ShadePrefers Part Shade to Shade in Southern ZonesSemi-Evergreen in Northern zonesTolerates most soil conditionsVinca major, a member of the Apocynaceae family, is a hardy, low-maintenance, trailing vine perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia.

Embrace the lush beauty and versatility of Vinca major! Also known as Bigleaf Periwinkle or Greater Periwinkle, this vigorous, evergreen groundcover is a garden workhorse, offering attractive foliage, charming blooms, and effortless elegance.

• Lush Foliage: Vinca major features glossy, dark green leaves that create a dense, carpet-like groundcover. The leaves are larger than those of its relative, Vinca minor, adding a bold texture to shady areas. This evergreen foliage provides year-round beauty, especially in warmer climates.
• Charming Blooms: In spring, delicate, lavender-blue flowers emerge, adding a touch of whimsy to the lush foliage. These pinwheel-shaped blooms, reaching about 2 inches in diameter, create a lovely contrast against the dark green leaves. While the main flush of flowers occurs in spring, you can expect sporadic blooms throughout the growing season.
• Vigorous Groundcover: This Vinca is a vigorous grower, quickly forming a dense, weed-suppressing mat that requires minimal maintenance. It is perfect for filling in gaps, stabilizing slopes, or creating a lush carpet under trees and shrubs where grass struggles to grow.
• Shade-Loving and Adaptable: Vinca major thrives in shade to partial shade, making it an ideal choice for areas with limited sunlight. It is also adaptable to various soil types and moisture levels, making it a reliable choice for a wide range of garden conditions.
• Versatile Applications: This versatile groundcover is a valuable addition to any shade garden. Use it to brighten borders, add a touch of elegance to containers, spill over walls, create a lush carpet under trees and shrubs, or even as a trailing accent in hanging baskets.

Key Features:

• Lavender-Blue Flowers: Charming blooms add a touch of color.
• Lush, Evergreen Foliage: Provides year-round beauty and texture.
• Vigorous Growth: Quickly forms a dense, weed-suppressing mat.
• Shade Tolerance: Thrives in low-light conditions.
• Adaptable: Tolerates various soil types and moisture levels.
• Versatile Applications: Suitable for groundcover, borders, containers, and more.

Plant Specifications:

• Hardiness Zones: 7-9 (may be hardy to Zone 6 with protection)
• Mature Height: 12-18 inches
• Spread: Indefinite, spreading by rooting stems
• Sunlight: Shade to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Water: Moderate moisture

Add a touch of lush beauty and effortless elegance to your garden with the charming Vinca major!

Eighteen (18) plants in 3.5-inch containers per flat (or tray).

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