.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Blockbuster Apricot' Periwinkle Vinca 'Blockbuster Apricot' Description A low-growing, lush evergreen groundcover featuring vibrant apricot-colored flowers in spring and summer. Its glossy, dark green foliage provides year-round interest and helps suppress weeds in garden beds. Suggested Uses Ideal for groundcover in borders, rock gardens, hanging baskets, and container gardens. Excellent for erosion control on slopes and as a companion plant in perennial beds. Plant Details Botanical Name: Catharanthus roseus Common Name: Madagascar periwinkle Size & Growth: 6-12 inches tall, spreading 12-24 inches Hardiness Zones: 9-11 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Spring through Fall Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: Yes, with bright indirect light Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes, suitable for arrangements Grows Well With: Marigolds, Petunias, and Lobelias Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil after the last frost date. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Sandy or loamy soil with good drainage. Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Winter Care: Bring indoors in colder regions; grow as an annual elsewhere. Planting Depth: 1/2 to 1 inch below soil surface. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer monthly during active growth. Special Care: Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
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