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Catharanthus roseus

Vinca Rosea, Madagascar Periwinkle

Plant photo of: Catharanthus roseus
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

This ground cover can reach about 3' in height and has small, glossy green leaves with white and pink flowers that bloom in summer and fall.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.