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RedCrocus Maculata Bigleaf Periwinkle, Vinca major 'Maculata' Evergreen Groundcover, Outdoors Garden, Container Plant, Pollinator Attractant, Deer Resistant 4.5" Pot (Pack of 10)

RedCrocus Maculata Bigleaf Periwinkle, Vinca major 'Maculata' Evergreen Groundcover, Outdoors Garden, Container Plant, Pollinator Attractant, Deer Resistant 4.5" Pot (Pack of 10)

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Maculata' Bigleaf Perwinkle, Greater Perwinkle Vinca major 'Maculata'

Description

This vigorous evergreen groundcover features large, variegated leaves with distinctive irregular green and yellow markings, producing vibrant, lavender-blue flowers in spring and summer. Its dense foliage helps suppress weeds and provides lush greenery year-round.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for groundcover in shaded or sunny garden beds, borders, and slopes. Performs well in container plantings and can be used to create low-maintenance evergreen landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Maculata' Bigleaf Perwinkle, Greater Perwinkle Vinca major 'Maculata'
  • Common Name: Maculata' Bigleaf Perwinkle, Greater Perwinkle
  • Size & Growth: Typically reaches 6-12 inches in height with a spread of 2-3 feet, spreading via creeping stems that root at nodes.
  • Hardiness Zones: 7-10
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen,Trailing
  • Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
  • Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Bees and Butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly: Not recommended for indoor cultivation
  • Container Friendly: Yes, thrives in containers with adequate drainage
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested, keep out of reach of pets and children
  • Fragrant: No
    • Cut Flower: Yes, flowers are suitable for floral arrangements
  • Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, and Shade-Tolerant Plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in spring after last frost or in early fall, in well-drained soil. Space plants about 18-24 inches apart.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Well-drained loamy soil
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity
  • Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged stems in early spring; trim back to maintain shape.
  • Winter Care: Provide mulching in colder zones to protect roots; may need protection from severe frost.
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in original container or nursery pot.
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
  • Special Care: Minimal; watch for any signs of pest or disease, and general watering as needed.
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