Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major) is a vigorous, evergreen perennial groundcover. It has glossy dark green leaves and striking violet-blue flowers in spring, spreading rap
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Sunlight
Partial to full shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types including clay, loam, and sand, as long as drainage is adequate.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light feeding in spring.
Partial to full shade.
Tolerates some sun with more moisture
Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging.
Especially in dry periods
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types including clay, loam, and sand, as long as drainage is adequate.
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Hardy in 10-24 °C
Outdoor
Light feeding in spring.
Balanced slow-release
Plant Type
Creeper, Vine, Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental, Foliage
Plant Place Type
Groundcover, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.15-0.3 m (trailing stems up to 0.6 m long)
Spread
1-3 m or more
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Evergreen in mild climates, semi-evergreen in colder zones
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Ovate, glossy
Flower Size
3-5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Weed Status
Yes
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Edible
No
Contains vinca alkaloids which are toxic if ingested. Symptoms can include gastrointestinal upset, vomiting, diarrhea, hypotension, depression, tremors, and in severe cases, seizures or coma.
