Vinca minor (lesser periwinkle) is a member of the Apocynaceae family. This evergreen shrub exhibits a matforming growth habit and is characterized by its evergreen foliage. It has a hardiness rating of hardy – very cold winter (-20 to -15ºc), and is hardy throughout the uk and northern europe. many plants grown in containers will be damaged unless given protection. .
When fully mature, Vinca minor can reach an ultimate height of 0.1–0.5 metres and a spread of 1–1.5 metres. For optimal growth, it prefers west–facing, east–facing, south–facing, north–facing aspect and exposed, sheltered exposure. It thrives best in chalk, clay, loam, sand soil types and should be placed in a full shade, full sun, partial shade position.
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