Greater Periwinkle
Vinca major 'Variegata'
Also known as
Large periwinkle, Periwinkle
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Full Sun
Light watering
Frost Hardy
H6
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 2.5m |
10cm | Min | 1.5m |
10 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Greater Periwinkle Overview
An evergreen, arching, spreading, sub-shrub with bright green leaves edged cream. In late spring to early autumn, bright blue flowers appear.
Common problems with Greater Periwinkle
How to propagate Greater Periwinkle
Cuttings
Propagation is by semi-ripe cuttings in the summer.
Division
Division from autumn to the spring.
Other uses of Greater Periwinkle
Ground cover, shade, medicinal