Myrtle/Periwinkle

Low evergreen mats, lavender-blue flowers, widely used groundcover

Botanical Name- Vinca minor flat

Pronunciation- VIN-kuh MY-nor

Foliage- Semi-evergreen

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Sun Exposure- Full sun to shade

Soil Preferences- Well drained, peat moss enriched

Current Size- flat

Bloom Color- Periwinkle blue

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Companion Plants- Hosta 'Golden Tiara' (contrasting foliage in partial shade)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, small pollinating insects (can be invasive)

Plant Habit- Groundcover

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP21

Yearly Care Instructions- Shear to control spread; keep soil moderately moist and fertilize lightly.

Trimming Instructions- Trim in early spring to control growth and rejuvenate.

Fertilization Instructions- Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low feeding need. Check clay drainage to avoid root rot in shaded, moist areas.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone

Possible Issues- Crown rot, aphids