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Dwarf Periwinkle, Dwarf Vinca
Vinca minor
Runners of this plant may trail long distances and root themselves wherever the ground is moist, therefore Periwinkle can become invasive is certain applications. Does best with afternoon shade in desert climates. May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, and snails in shady moist conditions.
- Plant type: Perennial, Groundcover
- Maintenance level: Medium
- Water requirement: High, Medium
- Sun exposure: Part Sun, Shade, Morning Sun
- Height range: 6–12 Inches
- Width range: 1–5 Feet
- Canopy value: 3 ft²
- Growth rate: Medium
- Seasonal habit: Evergreen
- Flower color: Purple, Blue
- Flower season: Spring, Summer
- General foliage color: Green
- Design style: Pool Friendly, Patio Plant, Butterflies
- Hardiness cold tolerance: 10 °F
- Soil preference: Sand, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Well Drained, Moist
- Native location: Central and Southern Europe
- PH preference: Neutral
- Sunset zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, 31
- USDA hardiness zone: 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b
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