Vinca minor 'Temptation'
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 2"-4"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Vinca minor 'Temptation' plant details
Vinca minor 'Temptation' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Vinca minor 'Temptation'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: trailing, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Vinca minor 'Temptation'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Vinca minor 'Temptation' plant
How to Grow Vinca minor 'Temptation'
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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