Purple Periwinkle
Purple periwinkle is very similar to blue periwinkle, but has deep wine-colored flowers instead of blue.
It is a low-growing, spreading plant with glossy, dark green leaves. The long, ground-hugging stems will root as they spread, filling in bare soil. Peak bloom occurs in May. It may hold its leaves over the winter in an ideal planting site.
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Purple Periwinkle
Purple periwinkle is very similar to blue periwinkle, but has deep wine-colored flowers instead of blue.
It is a low-growing, spreading plant with glossy, dark green leaves. The long, ground-hugging stems will root as they spread, filling in bare soil. Peak bloom occurs in May. It may hold its leaves over the winter in an ideal planting site.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea'
Pronunciation
VIN-kuh MY-nor
Mature Height
4 to 6 in.
Mature Spread
12 to 18 in.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
purple
Bloom time
May
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
Europe
Light Requirements
sun, part shade, shade
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,000 ft.
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