Periwinkle Seeds - Tall Mix Vinca rosea
- Heirloom annual with long-lasting blooms
- Drought tolerant pollinator attractor with multi-colored early Summer blooms
- Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas
Shipping Schedule
Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.
| Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials | Shipping Begins |
|---|---|
| Zones 9 - 12 | Late February to Early March |
| Zone 8 | Early to Mid March |
| Zone 7 | Mid to Late March |
| Zone 6 | Early April |
| Zone 5 | Late April |
| Zones 2 - 4 | Late April to Early May |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Late August |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs | Shipping Begins |
| Zones 2 - 5 | Mid to Late September |
| Zone 6 | Late September |
| Zone 7 | Late September to Early October |
| Zones 8 - 12 | Early to Mid October |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials* | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Mid October |
| *Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots | |
Product Description
Periwinkle Seeds - Tall Mix
Not related to the perennial groundcover with the same common name, our Annual Periwinkle is well known for its constant bloom from early summer until fall. Drought tolerant and reaching heights up to 18 inches, use it en masse in beds and borders. This mix includes flowers in pink, purple, red, white, magenta, and several bi-colors.
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Fast Facts
Name: Periwinkle Seeds - Tall Mix Botanical Name: Vinca rosea Life Cycle: Annual Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Spring Plant Type: Tall green stalks with broad leaves and multicolored blooms. Features: Heirloom, Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Container Garden, Easy to Grow & Maintain Color: Pink, Red, White Blooms: Summer Plant Height: Up to 18 inches Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches Planting Depth: 1/4inch Sowing Method: Start Indoors, Direct Sow Cold Stratification: No Seeds per Packet: 350 mg Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Ships: Year Round -
Planting Instructions
How to Plant Periwinkle
About Periwinkle
Periwinkle is well known for its constant bloom from early summer until fall. Drought tolerant and reaching heights up to 18 inches, use it en masse in beds and borders. This mix includes flowers in pink, purple, red, white, magenta, and several bi-colors.
When to Plant Periwinkle Seeds
Start Periwinkle seeds indoors 6-10 weeks before the end of frost season, or direct sow after the threat of frost has passed.
Where to Plant Periwinkle Seeds
Periwinkle thrives in full sun to partial shade in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soil. Periwinkle is drought tolerant and prefers a soil pH of 6.1-7.8, in addition to temperatures of 65-70 degrees F.
How to Plant Periwinkle Seeds
Press seeds lightly into soil without covering, as they require sunlight for germination. Water regularly until germination, but avoid overhead watering. Plants typically germinate within 10-14 days.
How to Care for Periwinkle
Periwinkle is hardy and low maintenance. There are no serious pest or disease issues, but look out for aphids or rust, Propagate by division in spring or autumn.
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Seed Coverage
Amount Recommended Coverage Packet Up to 80 Sq. Ft Ounce Package Up to 625 Sq. Ft 1/4 Pound Package Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft 1 Pound Sack Up to10,000 Sq. Ft 5 Pound Sack Up to 1.3 Acres
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