Vinca major 'Blueberry'
Bigleaf Periwinkle
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Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major 'Blueberry') - Description
Introducing the first blue Vinca- a rhapsody in blue. All America Selection Winner. We are crazy about this Vince's luminous pinkish-blue hue. With its large, overlapping semi gloss petals, this first-ever blue Vinca produces a cheerful carpet of color. Beautiful, sun-loving, drought-tolerant, 'Blueberry' is a summerlong delight. Big blooms up to 1 1/2" across. Grows very well in hot, sunny climates. Ht: 11". Annual.
Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major 'Blueberry') - Blooming
Flowers in early spring. The flowers are shaped like pinwheels, which is indicative of its plant family, Apocynaceae. Vinca blooms best when grown in full sun.
Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major 'Blueberry') - Growth
Evergreen subshrubs and herbaceous perennials. Periwinkles generally grow prostrate along the ground and will root when the stems touch soil. Very useful as a ground cover or even to root a hillside to prevent excessive soil erosion. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Vinca may exhibit weed-like behavior.
Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major 'Blueberry') - Planting
Plant the dwarf species (V. minor) 1 1/2 ft. apart. Plant the larger species (V. major) 2 1/2 ft. apart. Can also propagate from semi-ripe cuttings in summer, or by division in early spring or late fall.
Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major 'Blueberry') - Pest
Leafhoppers, scale insects, and aphids. Other issues include leaf spot and dieback.
Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major 'Blueberry') - Interesting facts
Vinca is native to the woodlands of Europe, Northern Africa, and Central Asia. All parts of Vinca can cause stomach discomfort upon consumption.
Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major 'Blueberry') - Soil and irrigation
Does fine in any soil, but you should avoid extremely dry soil.
