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Vinca minor 'Multiplex'

Also Known As

  • Multiplex Common Periwinkle

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, vine

size

  • H: 3"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Vinca minor 'Multiplex' plant details

Vinca minor 'Multiplex' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover vine with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Vinca minor 'Multiplex'

Plant type: perennial groundcover vine
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 3 IN tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, early-blooming, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Vinca minor 'Multiplex'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Double flowers of rosy-wine decorate this tough but beautiful groundcover; with its glossy green leaves & vigorous habit, even in dry shade, it makes an excellent ground-holding ground coverer. Sun-PSh/Med-Dry

Gardening facts about Vinca minor 'Multiplex' plant

How to Grow Vinca minor 'Multiplex'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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