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Photo: Greater periwinkle

Greater periwinkle

General description

Lovely flowers complement glossy leaves. A reliable and attractive ground cover for difficult situations such as dry shade under trees and for erosion control on banks or slopes. Best performance when shaded from hot afternoon sun.

Plant requirements

Bloom Color

Lavender-colored flowers.
Blooms

Spring bloomer
Hardiness

USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Height

Grows 6-8" (15-20 cm) tall.
Spacing

Space 12-14" (31-36 cm) apart.
Feed

Fertilize with Vigoro All Purpose Plant Food
Tips And Uses

Mass Plantings
Habit

Ground cover

Maintenance

Water

Weekly during dry spells
Preferred Light

4-6 hours of sun

Practical use

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Properties

Height
1 - 50 cm
Color
Soil type
Any
Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade, Full shade
PH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Moisture
Well-drained, Poorly-drained, Moist but well-drained
Hardiness
Hardy