Vinca minor Alba

Common Name:
White Periwinkle

Description:
Vinca minor ‘Alba’, commonly known as White Periwinkle, is a hardy, evergreen ground cover valued for its glossy green foliage and crisp white, star-shaped flowers. Forming a dense, trailing mat, it is ideal for suppressing weeds and covering large areas under trees, along borders, or on sloping sites. In Melbourne’s climate, it flowers primarily through spring and often continues sporadically into summer and autumn, adding a fresh, bright contrast to shaded garden spaces. This low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soil and tolerates a wide range of conditions, including dry shade once established. It performs best in part shade to full shade but will also grow in full sun with adequate moisture. Vinca minor ‘Alba’ is an excellent choice for cottage gardens, woodland settings, and underplanting beneath shrubs and trees where a reliable, evergreen carpet is desired.

Form:
*Ground Cover

Mature Size:
Height: 10–15 cm
Width: Spreads to 1–2 m or more over time

Aspect:
*Full Sun
*Part Shade
*Full Shade

Flowering:
*Flowers in Spring
*Flowers in Summer
*Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
White

Key Attributes:
*Suitable for Pots
*Bee Attracting
*Perennial
*Evergreen
*Low Maintenance
*Excellent Weed Suppressant
*Can become invasive if not managed

Toxicity:
Toxic if ingested by humans, dogs, cats, and livestock. May cause gastrointestinal upset and other symptoms if consumed.

Companion Plants:
Helleborus
Hosta
Heuchera
Clivia
Ferns
Hydrangea