Catharanthus roseus 'Cooler series'

Vinca or Periwinkle

Cooler Red

Tips for Homeowners:

Water when needed but take care not to overwater. Removing old flowers is not necessary. Vinca will benefit from a high nitrogen fertilizer applied every 3-4 weeks.

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This series has fantastic colors and is ideal for the hot and dry garden.

  • Vigorous grower
  • Big blooms in many colors
  • Great performer in hot, dry conditions

A visual delight when planted in large masses for ground cover, as edging along walkways, and in containers either alone or in mixed combinations.

Height: 14-18 in
Spread: 10-16 in
Zone: 10-11
Color: Pink, Purple, Red, White

Interesting Notes about Vinca:

Popular annual flower for hot and humid weather in full to partial sun.  Vinca appreciates well-drained soil and will grow in poor soils as long as the soil is not heavy clay.  


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Ground Cover
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Long Blooming
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Great Foliage
  • Border or Bed
  • Fast Growing
  • Fertilize Often
  • Mass Planting
  • Container
  • Summer Bloomer
  • Blooms all Season
  • Rock Garden

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies

Habit:

  • Creeping/Ground Cover

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water