Vinca Minor Seeds - Flower Plant

Vinca Minor is a low-growing perennial evergreen plant commonly used as a ground cover in shaded and partially shaded garden areas. It spreads through trailing stems that root along the soil, forming a dense carpet of glossy green foliage. During the growing season, it produces small violet-blue flowers that appear intermittently. This plant is well suited for slopes, woodland gardens, and erosion control in moist, well-drained soils.

Features

• Evergreen perennial ground cover plant
• Produces small violet-blue flowers
• Spreading trailing growth habit
• Suitable for shaded garden areas
• Forms dense soil-covering foliage
• Useful for erosion control planting
• Adapted to woodland-style gardens

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Vinca minor
• Common Name (US): Periwinkle
• Seed Type / Variety: Evergreen Ground Cover Variety
• Growth Habit: Creeping perennial plant
• USDA Zones: 4-9
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• Growing Season: Spring through Summer
• Sowing Season: March-May and September-October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 15-30 days in moist, well-drained soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full shade to partial sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering with consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 4-6 inches tall
• Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches apart