15 bare-root Vinca Minor plants, grown naturally, perfect for classic ground cover in shady areas. Grows up to 6 inches tall and thrives in zones 4-9.
Plants Bare Root) Vinca Minor 'Perwinkle' is a Classic Ground Cover For Shade
Yes, bare root Vinca Minor 'Perwinkle' is a classic ground cover for shade. Bare root plants are plants that have been dug up from the ground and sold without soil around the roots. This makes them less expensive to purchase and ship, but it also means that they need to be planted carefully.
To plant bare root Vinca Minor 'Perwinkle', follow these steps:
- Soak the roots in water for 30 minutes before planting.
- Dig a hole that is twice as wide as the root ball.
- Loosen the soil at the bottom of the hole.
- Place the plant in the hole and spread the roots out evenly.
- Backfill the hole with soil and tamp it down gently.
- Water the plant well.
Bare root Vinca Minor 'Perwinkle' should be planted in the spring or fall, when the soil is cool. It is important to water the plants regularly, especially during the first year after planting. Once established, they will require very little care.
Here are some tips for growing bare root Vinca Minor 'Perwinkle':
- Plant in well-drained soil.
- Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mulch around the plants to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms.
Vinca Minor 'Perwinkle' is a low-maintenance and versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscape settings. It is a great choice for gardeners of all skill levels and is one of the most popular groundcovers for shade, both bare root and potted.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 5-9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 12-24 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature width: | 12-16 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Lavandula angustifolia 'Big Time Blue' |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Harvest Time: | October |
| Year to Bear: | Can Fruit the 1st Year! |
