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VINCA major 'Variegata'
Commonly known as Greater periwinkle
('Elegantissima') - silver variegated foliage
(UK Delivery Only)
£12.00 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 10_ for £10.00 Each
Any 3+ for 11.00 Each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Can be cut back hard in spring to restrict growth. -
Pests & Diseases
Fungal diseases Phoma blight and rhizoctonia. Rust -
Place of origin
Garden origin. -
EvergreenLeaves to 9cm (3½in) long.
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Blue
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Fully hardy
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Silver variegated
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Ovate
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Height
45cm (18in) -
Spread
Indefinite
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soilProstrate shrub with arching shoots. Produces flowers to 5cm (2in) across over a long period from mid-spring to autumn.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Rabbit Resistant
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptCottage gardenTown garden
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Soil Conditions
Tolerates allAny but very dry.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
For best flowering in soil that maintains moisture.
Partial shade
Vinca - Growing Guide
