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Vinca

Large overlapping petals form full flowers that bloom in bright, rich colors. Great for attracting butterflies. This superb summer performer thrives in hot locations near buildings or pavement. Lovely with dusty miller or grasses. Provides a vivid display of color for landscapes and containers. Heat and drought tolerant.

Companion Plants

Petunia

Salvia

Zinnia

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Vinca

  • Botanical name

    Catharanthus roseus

  • Variety

    Cooler® Orchid

  • Zone

    Grow as an annual.

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    10-15" (25-38 cm)

  • Habit

    Mounded

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    Every other day

  • Bloom Color

    Pink

  • Bloom Time

    Spring-summer

  • Maintenance

    Pinch back for fuller appearance

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Stella H.'s collection