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Botanical Name ~ Periwinkle or Vinca
Appearance ~ Leaves broadly lance shaped, 2 inches (5 cm) long, dark green. Small, light blue flowers in spring. Rooting stems thin and wiry.
Best Use ~ Trailing hardy, evergreen groundcover. Good on slopes.
Light ~ Grows in full sun to full shade. Best in shady places.
Size ~ Grows to 10 inches (25 cm) tall.
Soil & water ~ Grows in any garden soil.
Tips ~ Mulch between plants after initial planting. This helps control weeds and provides a natural slow release fertilizer. Use lawn fertilize in early spring.
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