- Perennial 25cm
- Good for flower beds and garden borders
- White flowers with carmine centers
Description
'Vinca- Dwarf Bright Eye' seeds
Catharanthus roseus
Synonyms: Vica rosea
- Perennial 25cm
- Good for flower beds and garden borders
- White flowers with carmine centers
Frost tender perennial growing to 25cm, grown as an annual in frost prone areas. Fleshy plants with glossy dark green oblong leaves and a spreading habit. White flowers with carmine centres. Good for garden borders, flower beds, edging and as a ground cover. Can be grown in containers. Drought tolerant. Also known as "Madagascar periwinkle" and "Old Maid".
Container growing
Borders
Beds
Drought tolerant
Ground Cover
Ornamental use
White/Cream Flowers
Seeds per gram: 680
Product code: F3-18
Best Months to Sow
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| Arid |
Quick Sowing Guide
| Method | Sow direct or raise seedlings |
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| Sowing Depth | 2mm |
| Season | Spring and early summer |
| Germination | 10-15 days @ 24-26°C |
| Hardiness / Life Cycle | Frost tender Perennial |
| Plant Spacing | 30cm |
| Plant Height | 25cm |
| Position | Full or part sun, moist well drained soil |
| Days Until Maturity | 85 days |
*Notes: Sensitive to overwatering; do not over-water.
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How To Grow
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| Small seed packets ONLY - | Economy Delivery | $3.00 or FREE on orders over $25 | $5 |
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| Express Delivery | $15.00 | ||
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