Vinca

(Apocynaceae - dogbane family)

Periwinkle. About 12 species of trailing ever-green subshrubs or perennial herbs. Cultivated in window boxes or as ground cover plants.

minor

evgrn peren • ht 6" • zones 4-9

common periwinkle

ground cover, shade - sun
Europe

A mat-forming trailer with slender, wiry stems and glossy, dark green leaves. Bears blue, 1" diameter flowers in spring. Prefers partial shade. In shaded locations it makes a neat, low-maintenance ground cover. ONE UNIT = FOUR PLANTS.

cat # 6A5H
4 plants, $6.95 / 8 plants, $11.95 / 12 plants, $14.95

minor 'Alba'

evgrn peren • ht 6" • zones 4-9

white-flowered periwinkle

ground cover, shade - sun

Like the species, above, but with white flowers.

cat # 6A5J
$7.95 each

minor (purple-flowered)

growth habit • ht • zones

purple-flowered periwinkle

ground cover, sun - shade

Like the species, but with purple flowers.

cat # 6A5M
$7.95 each