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Vinca minor alba 'White Periwinkle' (1 Gallon) is a versatile and attractive ground cover plant known for its glossy evergreen leaves and elegant white flowers. It’s perfect for adding a touch of brightness and greenery to various garden settings.
Description:
- Dimensions: Grows to a height of 4-6 inches with a spread of 12-18 inches.
- Sun Exposure: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers 4-6 hours of sunlight daily but can tolerate lower light conditions.
- Water Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil and is moderately drought-tolerant once established. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish roots, then reduce watering as needed.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in Zones 4-9.
- Bloom Time: Blooms from early spring to early summer, producing white flowers that add a fresh, clean look to the garden.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning needed. Trim back as necessary to control spread and maintain appearance. Remove any dead or damaged growth to encourage healthy new growth.
How to Plant:
- Location: Ideal for garden beds, borders, shaded areas, and as a ground cover in both sunny and partially shaded locations. Suitable for erosion control on slopes.
- Soil Preparation: Use well-draining soil. Amend with compost if necessary to improve soil fertility and drainage.
- Planting: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth. Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
- Spacing: Space plants 12-18 inches apart to allow for their mature spread and to ensure good coverage.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture during the first growing season. Once established, water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Fun Fact: Vinca minor alba 'White Periwinkle' is a striking variation of the common periwinkle, distinguished by its pure white flowers. This variety adds a touch of elegance to garden spaces and is often used to brighten shaded areas. Its fast-growing, spreading habit makes it an excellent choice for ground cover, and its evergreen foliage ensures year-round interest and color.