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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
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata'
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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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 16"-24"
- mostly sun - shade
- occasional - low
aka Illumination Periwinkle
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 2"-8"
Width: 24"
- mostly sun - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Sterling Silver Creeping Myrtle
Plant Type
Perennial, Carnivorous, Groundcover
Zones
5a-9a
Size
Height: 6"
Width: 18"
- bright shade - shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 12"-24"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 24"-60"
- sun - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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