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Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata'

Also Known As

  • Vinca minor 'Variegata'
  • Lesser Variegated Periwinkle

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata' plant details

Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall, spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, erosion and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Blue flowers. Green & white foliage.
A bright, fast-growing cover for a shady corner with small shining green leaves margined in cream & deep blue flowers. PSh-Sh/Med

Gardening facts about Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata' plant

How to Grow Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • erosion control
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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