Description
Vinca Hanging is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apocynaceae, native to Europe, northwest Africa and southwest Asia. The English name periwinkle is shared with the related genus Catharanthus.
Genus: Vinca; L. 1753
Kingdom: Plantae
Bloom time
Vinca Hanging varieties are particularly well-suited for hanging baskets and container gardens, but can also be good annual groundcovers in beds and borders. Most annual vinca varieties are good for attracting bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. And they’re also typically deer and rabbit resistant
How often should I water vinca?
Vincas prefer their soil to be on the drier side. Water only when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. Between rainfall and sprinklers, one inch of weather per week is recommended. Watering too much can be a common problem with Vinca.Be cautious not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot and other issues. Fertilize your periwinkle plants once a month during the growing season using a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. This will provide the necessary nutrients for healthy growth and vibrant blooms.
Does this plant like moist soil?
Continue to keep variegated vinca well-watered by maintaining moist but well-drained soil. Apply water to the roots instead of the entire plant. It helps to water earlier in the day to allow the afternoon sun to dry the vine’s leaves and prevent disease or mold from forming.
How long do it last?
Gardeners love annual vincas for several reasons. First, the fast-growing plants are relatively easy to start from seed and will grow to their 6-18 inch mature height by mid-summer. The colorful flowers enjoy a long blooming season from early summer all the way to the first frost
Is vinca indoor or outdoor?
Vinca vine grows just as well in full sun as in the shade and is drought resistant—a big plus for hands-off gardeners. When planted outdoors, it’s an aggressive spreader, but it makes a lovely and easy-to-care-for indoor plant when tended inside. It is a reliable groundcover.
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