Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata' - Variegated Lesser Periwinkle Ground Cover
Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata', commonly known as variegated lesser periwinkle, is a mat-forming evergreen perennial that provides year-round visual interest in your garden. This hardy ground cover features greyish-green leaves beautifully variegated with silvery-white edges, creating an attractive contrast with its violet-blue flowers that bloom from spring through summer.
Key Features
- Evergreen foliage with striking silver-white variegation
- Violet-blue flowers from spring to summer
- Height: 10-25cm with spread up to 1 metre
- Supplied in 9cm recyclable growing pots
- Bulk pack of 48 plants for larger coverage areas
Growing Conditions
This versatile ground cover thrives in full sun, partial shade, and full shade, making it suitable for difficult garden spots including shaded areas under trees. Vinca minor 'Argenteovariegata' tolerates a variety of soil conditions from poorly drained to well-drained soil, adapting to most garden settings. The plant is hardy and can withstand temperatures down to -20°C.
Garden Uses
Perfect for weed suppression and erosion control on slopes and banks, this low-maintenance perennial creates dense carpet coverage that inhibits weed growth. The trailing stems root where they touch the ground, spreading to form effective ground cover. Ideal for underplanting shrubs and trees, borders, and adding texture to shaded garden areas.
Planting Information
Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year when the soil is workable. Space plants 30-50cm apart depending on how quickly you want coverage. For best flowering results, plant in soil that retains moisture. This RHS Award of Garden Merit winner is deer resistant and requires minimal maintenance once established.
Please note: Plants are living products and may therefore differ from the photo and description. We grow in a natural way and only intervene when necessary, which can sometimes cause the plant to show minor imperfections. These often recover in your garden. We guarantee that our plants are vigorous and long lasting. They are supplied in recyclable growing pots and are shipped directly from our nursery.
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Typical Delivery Times
- Austria — 1-5 days
- Belgium — 1-3 days
- Bulgaria — 1-9 days
- Croatia — 1-7 days
- Czechia — 1-6 days
- Denmark — 1-6 days
- Estonia — 1-7 days
- Finland — 1-8 days
- France — 1-4 days
- Germany — 1-4 days
- Greece — 1-10 days
- Hungary — 1-6 days
- Ireland — 1-5 days
- Italy — 1-6 days
- Latvia — 1-8 days
- Lithuania — 1-7 days
- Luxembourg — 1-4 days
- Netherlands — 1-3 days
- Poland — 1-5 days
- Portugal — 1-6 days
- Romania — 1-8 days
- Slovakia — 1-6 days
- Slovenia — 1-5 days
- Spain — 1-5 days
- Sweden — 1-7 days
Delivery times are estimates and may vary based on local conditions.
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