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Vinca minor 'Gertrude Jekyll'


Vinca minor 'Gertrude Jekyll'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Evergreen trailing ground cover for banks or shady places under trees. Glossy dark green leaves. Shoots will root where they touch the ground. Pretty white flowers full of nectar, spring and summer. Very hardy, for sun or shade. Very vigorous, allow plenty of room to spread.

 
Genus
Vinca
Species   minor
Cultivar   'Gertrude Jekyll'

Common name
Periwinkle

Family name
Apocynaceae
Place of origin
Europe


DETAILS
Height
10 cm
Width
100 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen

Soil Type
Grows in most soil types

Moisture
Tolerates dry soils

Exposure
Prefers shade / Tolerates coastal sites / Will tolerate very hard frosts.

Immaculate / Magnificent / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical

Perennials

Category
Small, height up to 0.6 metres.
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
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