Common Periwinkle (Vinca minor) is a hardy, evergreen groundcover. It features trailing stems, glossy dark green leaves, and blue-violet flowers in spring. Ideal for shad
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Sunlight
Partial shade to full shade
Watering
Consistently moist, but well-drained
Soil
Well-drained, humus-rich soil.
Temperature
Cool to moderate
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low to moderate
Partial shade to full shade
Consistently moist, but well-drained
Well-drained, humus-rich soil.
Cool to moderate
Outdoor
Low to moderate
Plant Type
Herb, Creeper
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.1-0.2 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to Fast
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Simple, Ovate
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
1500
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
No
Vinca minor contains vinca alkaloids, which can cause gastrointestinal upset, hypotension, and neurological symptoms if ingested by humans or pets.
