Vinca - Vinca major

Vinca major is a small shrub with a height of 50cm and a spread of 50cm.   They are primarily used as an annual, but can also last for up to 4 years in good conditions.  The plant has glossy, lime green leaves and a abundance of  bright coloured flowers.    The flower colours are numberous, apricot, pink, red, yellow and white, with variations of all these as well.   Suitable for boarder planting or mass planting in cottage or even tropical gardens.   These plants will brighten up the area with vibrant colour.  They can take a small amount of shade, but grow best in full sun in a well drained soil.     They are also more hardy then many other bedding plants, and do not require a lot of water once establsihed.    Great for areas with warm termperate conditions, where they will last for a number of years.   In areas with cool winters, or frosts use as an annual.      

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