Vinca major 'Stardust Mix'

Bigleaf Periwinkle

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Common Name: 

Bigleaf Periwinkle

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

45 cm

Maximum width: 

60 cm

Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major 'Stardust Mix') - Description

Flowers feature bright starbursts in the center. A gorgeous blend of pink, orchid, pure white and raspberry, a special blend by Burpee. Continuous blooms from summer into fall make these ideal for containers, hanging baskets and beds. Great in borders, too. Height 12". Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Heat tolerant.

Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major 'Stardust Mix') - 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 'Stardust Mix') - 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 'Stardust Mix') - 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 'Stardust Mix') - Pest

Leafhoppers, scale insects, and aphids. Other issues include leaf spot and dieback.

Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major 'Stardust Mix') - 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 'Stardust Mix') - Soil and irrigation

Does fine in any soil, but you should avoid extremely dry soil.

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