Vinca minor alba

Description:

Despite it's small size and low creeping habit, this plant is classified as a shrub and not a herbaceous perennial. Over time it forms a dense green mat of narrow glossy green foliage, which prevents weeds and provides a low maintenance and stylish look particularly when planted en-mass. It tolerates a wide range of soil conditions and is very useful for evergreen groundcover in semi shaded or dry shady areas of the garden. At Bestall & Co we also use Vinca minor 'alba' to add a little something extra to planters where it looks very elegant trailing over the sides as underplanting for beautiful multi-stem specimens. Twinkling white flowers appear from spring and continue into autumn which sparkle out from the darker areas of the garden.  Do not confuse with Vinca major, which has larger leaves and can be quite an aggressive grower.

Height & Spread:

0.25m x 2.5m

Flowering colour:

White

Soil Moisture Requirements:

Well-drained

Resistance to Pests and Diseases:

Excellent

Flowering Period:

April - September

Soil PH:

Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
(Any)

Soil Type:

Deciduous:

Maintenance:

Scented:

Wildlife Friendly:

Plant Aspect: