Lesser Periwinkle
Lesser Periwinkle
Vinca minor ‘Atropurpurea’
Vinca minor ‘Atropurpurea’
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- Ideal evergreen ground cover for borders and slopes.
- Beautiful purple flowers from spring to summer.
- Very low-maintenance and easy to propagate.
- Thrives in shady spots and partial sun.
- Winter-hardy and effective against erosion.
Vinca minor ‘Atropurpurea’ Lesser Periwinkle is a charming evergreen ground cover with glossy leaves and vibrant purple blooms that brighten borders and beds. Its compact habit forms a neat carpet, creating a soft, natural backdrop in any garden setting.
It establishes quickly and offers a reliable ground cover that thrives in sun or partial shade, delivering year‑round color and structure with minimal effort. The plant’s evergreen foliage provides enduring appeal beyond the flowering period.
A versatile, resilient option, this plant spreads gradually to fill gaps, helping to stabilize soil and reduce bare patches. Easy to propagate, it invites a sense of natural beauty across the landscape.
Care and Watering
Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea' thrives with light, regular moisture; water when topsoil dries, avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Maintenance
Keep edges neat, prune after bloom, remove dead tips to encourage dense groundcover and prevent leggy growth.
Location
Plant in partial shade to full sun with well-drained soil; it's an evergreen groundcover that tolerates various soils.
Tips
Mulch lightly, watch for powdery mildew in humid climates, divide every 3–4 years to maintain vigor.
Vinca minor ‘Atropurpurea’ Lesser periwinkle is a charming periwinkle with striking dark purple flowers that provide rich contrast in borders and pots. The fine foliage forms an attractive, dense texture and retains color through the season.
This ornamental plant works perfectly as ground cover and emphasizes pathways and borders with a subtle, elegant look.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 8 a 12 |
| Standing | Shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Evergreen., Group planting., Ground cover. |
| Flower color | Purple |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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