lesser periwinkle 'Multiplex'
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A mat-forming evergreen shrub to 20cm tall, with trailing, rooting shoots and opposite pairs of glossy, dark green leaves. From mid-spring to late summer it produces semi-double, purple flowers to 3cm across
Scientific classification
- Species
- lesser periwinkle 'Multiplex' (Vinca minor 'Multiplex')
- Genus
- Vinca
- Family
- Apocynaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Matforming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of lesser periwinkle 'Multiplex'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of lesser periwinkle 'Multiplex'
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lesser periwinkle 'Multiplex' care guide
- Maintain evenly damp substrate, guard against severe soil drought damage
- Watering
- Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Maintain evenly damp substrate, guard against severe soil drought damage
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak groundcover balanced feed monthly spring and summer growth time
Pruning
PruningTo restrict growth, cut back hard in early spring
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division or semi-ripe cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in any but very dry soil, in full sun (for best flowering) to partial shade. May have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to rust diseases
Pests
Generally pest-free
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