About
A prostrate evergreen perennial to 15cm in height, with dark green ovate leaves and double, sky-blue flowers 2-2.5cm in width.
About the genus
Vinca can be evergreen subshrubs or herbaceous perennials, with simple, paired leaves and solitary, 5-lobed, salver-shaped flowers in the leaf axils
Growing conditions
SunlightFull shade, Full sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Poorly-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesHerbaceous borders, cottage gardens, cutting.
Care notes
CultivationEasy to grow in all but the driest soils. Flowers best in full sun but very useful for shady areas. May have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well
PruningPruning group 6
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or autumn and by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to a rust