Vinca minor 6-pack

Introduction to Vinca Minor (Lesser Periwinkle)

Vinca minor, commonly known as Lesser Periwinkle, is a versatile evergreen groundcover known for its attractive trailing habit, glossy dark green foliage, and charming star-like flowers. This low-growing perennial is ideal for suppressing weeds, covering slopes, and providing year-round interest in gardens. The 6-pack offering is ideal for quick coverage, especially in larger planting areas.

Flowering from spring into early summer—and sometimes sporadically through the year—Vinca minor brings soft blue, purple, or lavender blooms that contrast beautifully with its dense mat of foliage. It’s perfect for underplanting trees and shrubs, edging pathways, or filling in shaded garden corners.

Planting and Positioning Tips

To get the best out of Vinca minor, correct planting and positioning are essential. Its adaptability is a huge benefit for a variety of garden styles and settings.

• Light Requirements:

  • Thrives in partial shade to full shade but will tolerate some sun, particularly in cooler climates.

  • Too much sun can lead to scorched leaves, especially in hotter regions.

• Soil Preferences:

  • Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.

  • Tolerates a wide range of soil types, including poor or dry soils once established.

• Spacing:

  • Plant 20–30 cm apart for quick, dense coverage.

  • Ideal for mass planting as a groundcover or in shady borders.

• Where to Plant:

  • Excellent for woodland gardens, under trees, bank stabilisation, and edging paths or flower beds.

  • Also does well in containers or hanging baskets where it can cascade over the edges.

Ongoing Care and Maintenance

Vinca minor is known for its low-maintenance nature, making it a favourite for both new and experienced gardeners.

• Watering:

  • Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system.

  • Once established, Vinca minor is drought-tolerant and requires only occasional watering in dry spells.

• Feeding:

  • A general-purpose slow-release fertiliser in spring will encourage healthy growth and better flowering.

  • Avoid overfeeding as this can lead to excessive leaf growth with fewer blooms.

• Pruning:

  • Trim back in early spring to maintain shape and control spread.

  • Cut back hard if the plant becomes leggy or overgrown—it will quickly bounce back.

• Weed Control:

  • Once established, Vinca minor forms a dense mat that naturally suppresses weeds.

  • Keep new plantings weed-free until they spread and cover the ground.

• Pests and Diseases:

  • Very resistant to most common pests and diseases.

  • Occasionally affected by aphids or fungal leaf spots—both can be managed with good airflow and basic treatment if needed.

• Winter Care:

  • Fully hardy in most climates, Vinca minor remains evergreen year-round.

  • No special winter protection is required.

Display Ideas and Garden Uses

This 6-pack of Vinca minor is perfect for a wide range of practical and decorative uses in the garden:

• Groundcover:

  • One of the best plants for suppressing weeds and stabilising slopes or embankments.

• Underplanting:

  • Ideal for planting beneath shrubs, trees, and roses where light levels are lower.

• Erosion Control:

  • Spreads through rooting stems, helping to hold soil in place on sloped ground.

• Container Gardening:

  • Adds a trailing element to shaded pots and containers.

• Seasonal Interest:

  • Offers evergreen foliage with seasonal bursts of flowers, adding structure and colour throughout the year.

With its adaptability, durability, and attractive appearance, Vinca minor 6-pack is a practical and beautiful addition to any garden, especially in shaded or difficult areas. It offers reliable, long-term ground cover with minimal input—making it a favourite for landscape professionals and home gardeners alike

• Size
  (9 cm pots)

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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