.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; } Bowles' Periwinkle Vinca minor 'Bowles' Description A vigorous, evergreen groundcover with glossy, dark green foliage and clusters of small, lavender-blue flowers in spring. It thrives in a variety of garden settings and provides excellent weed suppression. Suggested Uses Ideal for groundcover in shaded or sunny areas, erosion control on slopes, and as a border or edging plant in garden beds. Plant Details Botanical Name: Vinca minor 'Bowles' Common Name: Bowles' Periwinkle Size & Growth: Typically 6-12 inches tall, spreading with a dense mat up to 36 inches wide Hardiness Zones: 4-8 Foliage Type: Evergreen, Glossy Bloom Time: Spring (April to June) Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Shade plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Prefers well-drained soil. Plant in spring or fall for best results. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; tolerates some drought once established. Soil Type: Adaptable; prefers loamy, well-drained soil. Humidity: Average Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning; trim after flowering to maintain shape. Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery soil. Fertilization: Apply in early spring with a balanced fertilizer. Special Care: Avoid overwatering; good airflow prevents disease.
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