.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 Icy Watermelon' Periwinkle Vinca 'Blockbuster Icy Watermelon' Description A vigorous evergreen groundcover featuring variegated green and icy watermelon pink leaves with vibrant blue flowers, thrives in partial shade to full sun, ideal for borders, groundcover, and low-maintenance landscapes. Suggested Uses Perfect for groundcover, borders, container plantings, and shady landscapes to add color and texture with minimal maintenance. Plant Details Botanical Name: Catharanthus roseus 'Blockbuster Icy Watermelon' Common Name: Blockbuster Icy Watermelon' Periwinkle Size & Growth: 6-12 inches tall and wide, spreading via low stems, suitable for containers and groundcover Hardiness Zones: 9-11; provide protection in cooler regions Foliage Type: Evergreen, variegated leaves with pink, green, and cream Bloom Time: Summer to Fall Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: Yes, with bright indirect light Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Moderate Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes, with vibrant blooms Grows Well With: Other perennials, herbs, and flowering annuals Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, spacing 12 inches apart, in full sun or part shade. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; avoid waterlogging. Soil Type: Rich, well-drained soil with moderate fertility Humidity: Average humidity; tolerates dry conditions once established Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming. Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones or bring indoors for overwintering. Planting Depth: Plant at soil level; avoid burying the crown. Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer monthly during active growth. Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew.
