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VINCA major 'Surrey Marble'
Commonly known as Greater periwinkle
('Maculata') - leaves have a central splash of greenish-yellow. Grow in the open rather than shade for best effect
£12.00 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 10_ for £10.00 Each
Any 3+ for 11.00 Each
Plant Details
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Good to know
Slower to establish than plain forms. -
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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Gold 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 stems. Produces dark violet blue flowers 5cm (2in) across from 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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Spring 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
Will tolerate full sun if soil maintains moisture.
Partial shade
Vinca - Growing Guide
