Lesser Periwinkle, Light Blue - Lilac – Vinca minor 'La Grave', | ↕10-15 cm | Ø9 cm

Bring color and life to every corner of your garden with Vinca minor 'La Grave'!
This evergreen ground cover not only provides a vibrant carpet of blue-purple flowers in spring but also requires very little maintenance. Perfect for shady spots where other plants fail!

Features and care tips for Vinca minor 'La Grave':

• Botanical name: Vinca minor 'La Grave'

• Dutch name: Lesser Periwinkle

• Family: Apocynaceae

• Type of plant: Evergreen ground cover

• Height: 10-15 cm

• Flowering period: April to June, sometimes also in autumn

• Flower color: Bright blue-purple, striking and colorful

• Leaf shape: Small, oval, and glossy dark green, stays beautiful all year round

Vinca minor 'La Grave', also known as periwinkle, is a beloved ground cover that creates a dense mat of evergreen leaves. In spring (and sometimes in autumn), it surprises with charming blue-purple flowers that provide a beautiful contrast to the dark green foliage.

Location:
Vinca minor 'La Grave' thrives in both sunny and partially shaded spots and is particularly suitable for areas with dry, poor soil, although it can also tolerate moist soil.

Soil type:
It grows best in well-draining soil. Enrich the soil preferably with compost at planting, but the plant is quite low-maintenance.

Watering:
This plant needs some extra water after planting, especially during dry periods. Once well-rooted, it is quite drought-resistant.

Pruning:
To encourage growth, you can lightly prune Vinca minor in spring. This also helps keep the plant within desired boundaries.

Frost resistant:
Vinca minor is hardy and often remains green even under a layer of snow.

Care table for Vinca minor 'La Grave'