VINCA minor 'Aureovariegata'

Commonly known as Lesser periwinkle

Leaves variegated yellow, flowers light blue
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Leaves to 5cm (2in) long
  • Blue
    Light blue
  • Height
    10-20cm (4-8in)
  • Spread
    Indefinite
  • Ground cover
    These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
    Prostrate, mat forming shrub with long, trailing shoots. Produces flowers 2.5-3cm (1-1¼in) across.
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun
    For best flowering, in soil which retains moisture
  • Partial shade

VINCA minor 'Aureovariegata'

 
Gift Wrapping available on this plant - UK Delivery Only
£12.00 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 10_ for £10.00 Each
Any 3+ for 11.00 Each
Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
plant size comparison icon 1.5 to 2 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    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
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a shrub border
    Coastal / windswept
    Cottage garden
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Gold variegated
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Lanceolate
    		(see photos above)
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Tolerates all
    Any but very dry soil.
  • Wildlife
    Rabbit Resistant
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Vinca - Growing Guide

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