Periwinkle, Myrtle - Our Plants - Kaw Valley Greenhouses

Periwinkle, Myrtle

Vinca minor 'Ralph Shugart'

 

 

  • Excellent shady groundcover
  • Drought tolerant
  • Deer resistant

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Also known as Myrtle. Periwinkle is probably the most popular evergreen groundcover. 'Ralph Shugart' forms a dense mat of glossy dark green leaves edged in white, studded with bright blue flowers in spring. Tolerates dry shade once plants are established. Stems root into the ground readily, and the new plants that form may be easily moved to a new location in spring or early fall.

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Type:

Perennial

Sun/Shade:

Part Shade to Full Shade

Bloom Color:

Blue

Purple / Violet

Foliage Color:

Variegated

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 9

Height:

3-5 inches

Spread:

12-18 inches

Benefits:

Truly Heat Tolerant

Drought Tolerant

Groundcover

Deer Resistant

Rabbit Resistant

 
 
 
 

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