Perennial ground cover that looks remarkably similar to its cousin- Vinca minor. Vinca major grows best in open spaces where it can truly spread and grow. This plant has climbing/spreading stems with dark green leaves and lighter green veins. In spring and summer this plant displays beautiful purple/blue flowers dotted with white centers- these flowers attract pollinators and butterflies.
Vinca major (Bigleaf Periwinkle)
Vinca major
Bigleaf Periwinkle
Perennial ground cover that looks remarkably similar to its cousin- Vinca minor. Vinca major grows best in open spaces where it can truly spread and grow. This plant has climbing/spreading stems with dark green leaves and lighter green veins. In spring and summer this plant displays beautiful purple/blue flowers dotted with white centers- these flowers attract pollinators and butterflies.
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 4 (-30° F)Zone 5 (-20° F)Zone 6 (-10° F)Zone 7 (0° F)Zone 8 (10° F)Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | Purple, White, Blue |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 6-8" |
| Spread | 1-2ft |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Great Foliage, Showy |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Mass Planting, Patio and Containers |
| Tolerance | Clay Soil, Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
| Soil PH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
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