Periwinkle Plants 75 Pack Ground Cover Vinca Minor Bare Root

Periwinkle Plants: Your Solution for Beautiful Ground Cover

Transform your garden with our Periwinkle Plants, also known as Vinca Minor. This set includes 75 bare root plants, perfect for creating a stunning, low-maintenance ground cover. These herbaceous perennial evergreen plants originate from Europe and boast charming blue-lavender flowers that bloom in spring and early summer, with intermittent reblooming throughout the year. Periwinkle is an excellent choice for large natural areas, providing coverage around trees and preventing soil erosion. The vine spreads easily by rooting at the nodes, creating a dense and attractive carpet of foliage.

With its more manicured appearance compared to V. major, Vinca Minor offers luxurious foliage and dainty blue-purple flowers, enhancing any landscape. Thriving in USDA Growing Zones 4 – 8, these plants reach a maximum height of 4 inches and spread up to 18 inches horizontally, creating a verdant ground cover. The Periwinkle Plants truly offer beauty and practicality.

Benefits of Periwinkle Plants:

• Erosion Control: Effectively prevents soil erosion in sloped areas.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal upkeep once established.
• Year-Round Beauty: Evergreen foliage provides continuous visual appeal.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies to your garden.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for ground cover, borders, and underplanting trees.

These Periwinkle Plants are not just beautiful; they are also incredibly resilient. Their adaptability to various sunlight conditions, from full sun to full shade, makes them a versatile addition to any garden. Plant them in the fall, spring, summer, or winter and enjoy their evergreen foliage and delicate flowers year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How quickly will the Periwinkle Plants spread? The plants spread horizontally, reaching up to 18 inches in width at full maturity, filling in gaps over time.
2. What type of soil is best for growing Vinca Minor? Periwinkle thrives in well-drained soil.
3. How much sunlight do Periwinkle Plants need? They adapt well to full shade, full sun, low sun, and medium sun conditions.
4. How often should I water the plants after planting? Water regularly until established, then reduce watering frequency as they become more drought-tolerant.
5. Are these plants deer resistant? Yes, deer tend to avoid Periwinkle Plants, making them a great choice for areas with deer pressure.