Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea'

lesser periwinkle

• Position: full sun or partial shade
• Soil: any but very dry soil
• Rate of growth: average to fast-growing
• Flowering period: April to September
• Flower colour: dark plum-purple
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  Sumptuous, dark plum-purple flowers over a long period from April to September and dark-green leaves. This delightful, purple-flowered lesser periwinkle is an excellent groundcover plant. Flowering best in full sun it's an attractive alternative to the rampant Vinca major and particularly suitable for small gardens.
  
  
• Garden care: To prevent the plant from becoming invasive cut back any unwanted shoots in spring.