Purple vinca periwinkle plant with delicate petals and glossy green leaves

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Planting & Growing Information

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Planting Zone

4-8

Height at Maturity

Under 12"

Water Needs

Moderate and Low

Sun or Shade

Full sun and Partial shade

Bloom Season

Fall

Care

Periwinkle thrives in well-drained soil and requires moderate watering. Make sure the soil remains moist but not soggy. Pull weeds regularly to reduce competition for nutrients. Prune occasionally to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Exposure

Periwinkle plants thrive in partial to full shade but can also tolerate some morning sun. They prefer dappled light and are ideal for shaded garden areas, making them perfect ground cover under trees or in shaded borders.

Plant Attributes

Striking groundcover & low maintenance , Weed suppression & erosion control, Blue-violet to purple flowers

Periwinkle Plant

Name: Periwinkle Plant
Brand: TN Nursery
Price: 6.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Planting & Growing Information

Ships

Ships Now

Planting Zone

4-8

Height at Maturity

Under 12"

Water Needs

Moderate and Low

Sun or Shade

Full sun and Partial shade

Bloom Season

Fall

Care

Periwinkle thrives in well-drained soil and requires moderate watering. Make sure the soil remains moist but not soggy. Pull weeds regularly to reduce competition for nutrients. Prune occasionally to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Exposure

Periwinkle plants thrive in partial to full shade but can also tolerate some morning sun. They prefer dappled light and are ideal for shaded garden areas, making them perfect ground cover under trees or in shaded borders.

Plant Attributes

Striking groundcover & low maintenance , Weed suppression & erosion control, Blue-violet to purple flowers

Featured Reviews

4.7 (23 reviews) View all reviews See all

Raymond Holton

I'm not sure yet. They looked very delicate and were not vigorous but I planted them and watered them.

Vickie King

Plants appear to be very strong and healthy. I am so pleased with my purchase. The quantity and quality are ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! Another reason to welcome Spring!

PAMELA K GILES

They were well packaged and labeled and i look forward to seeing them grow!

About this plant

Periwinkle Plant Details

Periwinkle - Vinca Minor

You will usually find the Periwinkle Plant spread out under a grove oftrees or crawling across the ground in a garden. It is a flowering, evergreen, ornamental vine plant widely used as a ground cover in parks, lawns, or even cemeteries–anywhere there is bare soil to be covered. Its small purple flowers are delicately beautiful, and covering a hillside, they can take your breath away.

Periwinkle Plant Details – Ideal for Weed Suppression & Erosion Control

Family: Apocynaceae

Light Requirement: Preferspartial shade, toleratesfull sun

Water Needs: Moderate, though it can be drought resistant once established

Height: 6-24 in

Spread: Over 2 feet

Growth Rate: Rapid

Bloom Time: Spring, sometimes also autumn

Flower Color: Purple, blue-violet, white

Wildlife Value: Prevents erosion, weed suppression

Key Features of Periwinkle Plant

The Periwinkle Plant is a ground cover that grows out rather than up. It only reaches 6-24 inches in height, but forms dense mats of vegetation that can spread rapidly across large areas. Its delicate, star-shaped blossoms are most commonly found in a purple or violet hue that gives off a glow in the evening twilight. Its oblong leaves are a deep green with a glossy finish, strikingly complementing the luminous flowers.

Periwinkle Plant Details

The Periwinkle Plant is native to Europe, Northwest Africa, and Southwest Asia, but was introduced in North America as an ornamental plant in the 18th century. The species was admired for its rapid growth rate and stunning color, and remains a beautiful addition to any lawn or garden looking to cover a sparse area in a floral carpet.

In North America, it is an invasive plant that, due to its rapid growth rate, commonly outcompetes native vegetation. As a ground cover, this perennial helps with weed suppression, a crucial fact for gardeners. It can also help prevent soil erosion, a severe environmental phenomenon that can cause water pollution and impact crop yields.

This violet plant is a whirlwind of growth and beauty, giving our soil much-needed protection so long as it doesn’t smother its native neighbors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Periwinkle comes back every year as a hardy perennial ground cover. It spreads steadily, creating a lush carpet of glossy green leaves and pretty blue or purple flowers. Once established, it thrives with little care and returns beautifully each spring.

Yes, periwinkles can be lightly cut back in the fall to keep them neat and healthy. Trimming helps remove old growth and encourages fresh shoots in spring. This simple step keeps the ground cover full and vibrant year after year.

Periwinkle plants can live for decades when grown in the right conditions. They spread continuously, renewing themselves with fresh growth each season. With minimal care, they create a long-lasting, evergreen carpet of color and texture.

Root system of a plant on soil with a trowel nearby

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Excellent Ground Cover:

Periwinkle spreads quickly, making it an ideal choice for covering bare spots and creating a lush, green carpet all year long.

Long Blooming Season:

Enjoy continuous blooms throughout the growing season.

Vibrant Blooms:

Periwinkle adds vibrant blue and purple flowers to your garden.

Low Maintenance:

These plants are incredibly easy to care for, requiring minimal watering and upkeep, making them perfect for busy gardeners.

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My Periwinkle has grown beautifully and filled in the area better than I expected. The little blooms are so pretty.

I planted Periwinkle this spring, it has done a great job covering the ground and giving the area some much-needed greenery. Very easy plant once it gets established.

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Fall planting my periwinkle

I ordered 5 periwinkle plants and they sent me 6! They arrived as expected and looked great. It was easy to separate them and I planted them right away. I can’t wait until spring when they really begin to thrive.

Periwinkle Plants Exceeded Expectations

The Periwinkle Plants are more beautiful than I imagined. TN Nursery’s quality and careful shipping made sure they arrived ready to thrive.

Reliable Periwinkle Groundcover Purchase

I’m so happy I bought my Periwinkle Plants from TN Nursery. They were strong, well-rooted, and are thriving as a low-maintenance groundcover.

Beautiful Periwinkle Plants That Last

These Periwinkle Plants from TN Nursery are durable and long-lasting. Their glossy foliage and delicate flowers bring my landscape to life.

Healthy and Hardy Periwinkle Groundcover

The Periwinkle Plants I received were incredibly healthy. They adapted instantly and are spreading fast, creating a stunning evergreen groundcover.

Excellent Quality Periwinkle Plants

TN Nursery delivered outstanding quality. My Periwinkle Plants are flourishing, filling shady areas effortlessly while adding bright, cheerful blossoms.

Thriving Periwinkle from TN Nursery

I’m impressed with how strong and vibrant my Periwinkle Plants are. They rooted quickly and bring a lush green carpet with charming blooms.

Periwinkle Plants Arrived Perfectly

The Periwinkle Plants from TN Nursery arrived in pristine condition. They were well-packaged, healthy, and are already spreading beautifully as groundcover in my garden.

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I'm not sure yet. They looked very delicate and were not vigorous but I planted them and watered them.

Periwinkle Cover

We received the product quickly. It arrived packaged well and in excellent condition. The plants were very healthy and in excellent condition. They have been in the ground for some weeks now and have made themselves right at home I am happy to say. Thanks so much for excellent, fast service. I love my new Periwinkle plants. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I have planted them I hope they will grow well!

They were well packaged and labeled and i look forward to seeing them grow!

Satisfied customer!

Received the plants, they were in excellent condition, planted them today, looking forward to seeing them after a season or 2

Periwinkle

Arrived in gr8 shape. Healthy looking plant

So far so good!

I just popped them in the ground and they look happy, but time will tell. Nice plants, prompt delivery and superior customer service. Thanks!

My plants

Everything was fine

Look great on arrival!

Healthy green foliage, strong looking plants, plus an extra plant above what I ordered--excited to see how they grow!

Great

It was very healthy when it arrived and there were lots of plants. Still lookin good after being planted

Periwinkle Plant

Healthy bare root plants.

I have planted them and they are doing well.

We spotted your 5-star review. Wow! Thank you so much for trusting us, and we can’t wait to help you again in the future.

arrived safely, well wrapped,

planting today, looking forward
to the ground cover