Atropurpurea

Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea'

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Discover the Atropurpurea variety of Vinca minor, a stunning evergreen ground cover bursting with vibrant purple flowers from spring through fall. This incredibly versatile, low-maintenance perennial thrives in nearly any light condition and soil type, making it perfect for borders, baskets, cottage gardens, and coastal landscapes. With its spreading habit, year-round foliage, and exceptional hardiness down to -20°C, it's an easy-to-grow solution for creating colorful, low-maintenance garden displays.

A CLOSER LOOK

Plant details.

LifecyclePerennial
HabitSpreading
Foliage typeEvergreen

Suitability: Ground cover
Position: Border | Front, Ground Cover
Light: Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade
Soil moisture: Boggy, Free draining, Moist
Soil acidity: Neutral, Acid, Alkaline
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sandy
Hardiness: H6 [-20 to -15ºC] Hardy | Very cold winter
Time to maturity: 5–10 years
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
Mature height: Up to 10 cm
Mature spread: 1–1.5 m
Foliage colour: Green
Flower colour: Purple
Growing skill: Easy
Genus: Periwinkle | Vinca minor
Aspect: North, East, South, West
Drought resistance: Drought Resistance

Through the seasons

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Flowering

Apr–Sep

In leaf

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Growing conditions+

Position: Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade. Soil: Moist but well-drained or Poorly-drained or Well-drained.

Winter hardiness+

RHS rating: H6 (UK growing conditions). See the source profile for cultivation advice.

Plant information sources+

Growing details checked against the sources below. Ultimate size depends on growing conditions.

RHS · Vinca minor 'Atropurpurea'

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