RedCrocus Bowles' Periwinkle Vinca minor 'Bowles' Shade Ground Cover Low-Grow Evergreen Blue Flowers 1 Quart

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.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; marg in-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; } Bowles' Periwinkle Vinca minor 'Bowles' Description A low-growing evergreen perennial with glossy, dark green leaves and vibrant blue flowers that bloom in spring and early summer. It spreads via ground cover, creating a lush, dense mat. Suitable for shaded areas, it is durable and low-maintenance. Suggested Uses Ideal for ground cover in shaded garden beds, slopes, and under trees. It can be used in containers or as an edging plant to add color and texture to shady areas. Plant Details Botanical Name: Vinca minor 'Bowles' Common Name: Bowles' Periwinkle Size & Growth: Usually 6-9 inches tall, spreads up to 3 feet wide Hardiness Zones: 4-8 Foliage Type: Evergreen Trailing Bloom Time: Spring to early summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Shade to Partial Sun Attracts Pollinators: Bees and Butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Contains alkaloids, may be toxic to pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Shade-loving plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Choose a well-draining, shaded or partially shaded spot. Space plants about 12 inches apart to allow spreading. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, but not waterlogged Soil Type: Well-draining, loamy soil Humidity: Average Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged stems in early spring to encourage healthy growth. Winter Care: Mulch for extra protection in colder zones, minimal winter care needed in zone 4-6. Planting Depth: Cover roots slightly deeper than in nursery container Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Minimal pruning; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot Show more