Argenteovariegata Periwinkle is a spreading evergreen perennial with smooth upright stems and small variegated dark green foliage with irregular white margins. Solidary violet-blue flowers bloom from late spring to early summer. Grows best with part shade and moist rich well-drained soils. Can tolerate to near full shade and drought.
Type: |
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Mediterranean, and northern Africa |
Height: |
- 0.5' |
Spread: |
0.5’ - 1.5' |
Spacing: |
1' |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Blue |
Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. No serious pests or diseases. Watch for vinca stem blight.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Rock Gardens, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Beardtongue, Lantana, Aster
IMAGE: Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova, Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata' Barwinek pospolity 2017-10-15 03, CC BY-SA 4.0