periwinkle plants for sale

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Searching for periwinkle plants for sale in New Zealand? You’ve come to the right place. Periwinkle, known botanically as Vinca, is prized for its lush, evergreen foliage and charming, star-shaped flowers. Whether you’re after reliable groundcover for tricky garden spots, low-maintenance colour for shaded borders, or a vigorous plant to suppress weeds, periwinkle is a top choice for Kiwi gardeners. At our nursery, we offer several varieties of Vinca, well-suited to New Zealand’s climate, with healthy, nursery-grown periwinkle plants for sale now.

Vinca Elizabeth Cran

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Vinca Elizabeth Cran is a variety of the commonly known, Lesser Periwinkle, features small, dark green leaves which are held densely on stems that creep along the ground. Semi-double, purple flowers adorn the plant in spring as it grows to about 10 cm tall and 1 m wide. Vinca Elizabeth Cran is commonly included in cottage gardens and used where a hardy groundcover is required. It is also often grown in a container or hanging basket and allowed to cascade over the edges.

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From $19.58

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Groundcover Plants

Height: 10 cm

Spread: 1.00 m

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Shade

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White

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Why Choose Periwinkle for Your Garden?

Periwinkle plants are celebrated for their versatility and hardiness. They thrive in sun or partial shade, handle dry spots under trees, and cope with a variety of soil conditions. This means periwinkle isn’t just a pretty face—it’s a practical solution for areas where other groundcovers struggle. Periwinkle forms dense mats of glossy leaves and produces masses of blue, violet, or white blooms from spring through autumn. Looking for a classic variety? Take a look at Vinca minor Blue (Lesser Periwinkle) for its dainty blue flowers and compact growth.

Our Range of Periwinkle Plants for Sale

We’re proud to stock an extensive selection of periwinkle plants for sale, including both lesser and greater periwinkle varieties:

Vinca minor Blue (Lesser Periwinkle): A popular evergreen groundcover with bright blue flowers.
Vinca Elizabeth Cran: Celebrated for its vigorous growth and luxurious purple blooms.
Vinca major Variegata (Greater Periwinkle Plant): Features striking creamy-white edged leaves, ideal for adding contrast to shaded spots.
Vinca minor Gertrude Jekyll: Named after the famous garden designer, this variety boasts pure white flowers.

Each of these varieties is available year-round, perfect for establishing new garden beds or rejuvenating tired corners of your landscape.

Planting and Growing Tips

Periwinkle is incredibly easy to grow. Simply plant in moist, well-drained soil and water until established. Periwinkle is excellent for erosion control on slopes, makes a quick-growing lawn alternative, and works well under trees where grass won’t grow. Prune back in autumn if you need to control its spread, and enjoy hassle-free performance year after year.

Pairing Periwinkle With Other Plants

For a striking textural contrast, try mixing periwinkle with other groundcovers and ornamental grasses, such as Restio quadratus (Restios For Sale). The combination adds variety and movement to large borders or modern landscapes, creating year-round interest.

Ready to find the perfect periwinkle plants for sale? Browse our highly recommended selection, order online, and enjoy reliable, healthy plants delivered direct to your door. Transform your garden with the beauty and resilience of periwinkle—one of New Zealand’s favourite groundcovers.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

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