Brighten your garden with Light Pink Vinca (Periwinkle), a sun-loving flowering plant known for its delicate, soft pink blooms and glossy green foliage. Vinca is easy to grow, drought-tolerant, and perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers. Its continuous flowering habit and vibrant color make it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet beautiful plants for sunny spots.
Features & Benefits
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Botanical Name: Catharanthus roseus
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Flower Color: Light pink
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Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
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Growth Habit: Compact, bushy with multiple blooms per stem
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Garden Use: Ideal for borders, beds, containers, and sunny garden areas
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Blooming Season: Late spring to fall
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Drought Tolerant: Performs well in dry conditions once established
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies
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Seed Quality: Premium, open-pollinated
Specifications
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Height: 12 – 18 inches (30 – 45 cm)
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Spread: 12 – 18 inches (30 – 45 cm)
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Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
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Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate; avoid overwatering
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Package Includes: High-quality Catharanthus roseus seeds
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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When to Sow: Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost has passed.
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Soil Preparation: Use well-drained soil enriched with compost for best growth.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 1/8 inch (3 mm) deep and cover lightly with soil.
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Spacing: Thin seedlings to 12–18 inches apart to allow full growth.
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Germination Time: 7–14 days under optimal conditions.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during germination; water moderately once plants are established.
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Care Tips: Deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous blooming. Pinching young plants encourages bushier growth and more flowers.
