greater periwinkle 'Maculata'
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An evergreen shrub to 45cm tall, with arching shoots and glossy, ovate leaves with yellow-green centres. Violet-blue flowers to 5cm across are produced over a long period from mid-spring to autumn
Scientific classification
- Species
- greater periwinkle 'Maculata' (Vinca major 'Maculata')
- Genus
- Vinca
- Family
- Apocynaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 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 greater periwinkle 'Maculata'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of greater periwinkle 'Maculata'
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greater periwinkle 'Maculata' care guide
- Constant mild soil dampness, avoid fully desiccating entire root mass
- Watering
- Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Constant mild soil dampness, avoid fully desiccating entire root mass
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak groundcover feed monthly warm spring and summer growing months
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. Has potential to become a nuisance if left unchecked
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to rust diseases
Pests
Generally pest-free
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