Sunday, July 9, 2023

Plant of the Week: Mediterranean Vinca

Annual Vinca, aka Catharanthus rosea, is the go to flower for late spring to late summer blooms in containers and garden beds. The Mediterranean and Cora Cascade series of Vinca are known for the way they spread in the garden and trail in hanging baskets and containers. 

Mediterranean Vinca Red in a hanging basket

These Vinca grow to just a height of 4-6 inches and spread to an astonishing 20-30 inches! Vincas love full, hot sun and survive in areas where water is limited. Our summer droughts have been a good test for these blooming beauties. 

Mediterranean White just beginning to trail

The Mediterranean Vincas are sold in solid colors as a part of our summer annual offerings. In hanging baskets, our grower has blended several colors to create a beautiful color palette of plants that trail well beyond the edge of the pot. 




We often visit trial gardens to see how the plants grow in our region before choosing varieties

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