Small periwinkle 'White' – Vinca minor 'Alba' | ↕10-25 cm | Ø9 cm

Vinca minor ‘Alba’ – Timeless white ground cover for shady gardens

Bring tranquility, elegance, and evergreen structure to your garden with Vinca minor ‘Alba’, the white variant of the popular periwinkle. This low-maintenance, evergreen ground cover forms dense, glossy green carpets that remain beautiful all year round. In spring, the plant adorns itself with countless star-shaped, pure white flowers. Often, a second bloom follows in late summer, adding extra ornamental value.

Vinca minor ‘Alba’ is ideal for shady or difficult spots in the garden where other plants struggle to grow. Think of the space under trees, along fences, in woodland edges, or shady borders. Thanks to its rapid growth and low habit, it effectively suppresses weeds without requiring much attention.

Key Features

• Evergreen: Remains attractive in winter with dark green leaves

• Blooming Period: April – June, often with a second bloom in September

• Flower Color: Pure white, star-shaped, and subtly elegant

• Height: 10 – 15 cm

• Growth Habit: Ground-covering, creeping via rhizomes

• Spread: Forms broad carpets that suppress weeds

• Light Requirements: Grows well in sun, partial shade, and shade (best in light shade)

• Soil: Tolerates almost all soil types; well-draining

• Water Requirements: Low to average; drought-tolerant once established

• Maintenance: Very low maintenance; pruning possible for shape retention

• Toxicity: Yes – all parts are toxic if ingested (to humans and animals)

Applications

• Under planting of trees and shrubs

• Shady borders or rock gardens

• Along paths, edges, and property boundaries

• Low-maintenance garden projects

• Open spots where you want to keep weeds at bay with something beautiful

Why choose Vinca minor ‘Alba’?

✔ Ideal for difficult, shady spots
✔ Remains attractive all year round
✔ Provides long-lasting color with white blooms
✔ Naturally suppresses weeds
✔ Suitable for both small and large garden projects
✔ Easy to combine with other shade plants such as ferns, hostas, and geraniums

Available in convenient sets

We supply Vinca minor ‘Alba’ in various quantities, tailored to the size of your garden project:

• Set of 6 pieces (for ± 0.5–1 m²)

• Set of 12 pieces (for ± 1–2 m²)

• Set of 20 pieces (for ± 2–3 m²)

• Set of 40 pieces (for ± 4–6 m²)

• Set of 60 pieces (for ± 6–9 m²)

Planting advice: For good ground coverage, plant 6 to 10 pieces per m², depending on the desired density.