Mat forming, Vinca minor f. alba (Lesser Periwinkle) is a prostrate evergreen perennial with long trailing stems clothed with neat, ovate, dark green leaves. The stems root at the nodes as they go along the ground to form a dense carpet of lustrous foliage. Blooming from spring to early fall, 5-petaled, single, pure white flowers, 1 in. wide (2.5 cm), emerge above the foliage. Borne over a long period, they contrast well against the foliage and are valuable for enlivening dark areas.

• Forms a mat up to 4-6 in. tall (10-15 cm) and 24-36 in. wide (60-90 cm).
• Thrives in full sun to part shade in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerates close to full shade but flowers best in full sun. Dry soil and drought tolerant.
• Excellent choice as a groundcover, for banks and slopes or underplanting shrubs. Good cover for bulbs too!
• A hardy, low-maintenance and forgiving groundcover, it is also deer and rabbit resistant. 
• No serious pest or disease issues. May be subject to aphids or rust.
• Propagate by division in spring or autumn and by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
• Vinca minor species is native to Europe and Asia.
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