I started with a 4" starter plant, Titan Lilac Vinca from Al's Garden Center. I planted it directly into a medium sized terra-cotta pot in partial shade. Vinca are compact, bushy, glossy-leaved plants with showy bright colored flowers. This particular variety has blooms that are a bright lilac color. Vinca grows best in naturally shaded areas with filtered sunlight. It can also be used as a groundcover, it prevents weeds and soil erosion. In really hot weather, it should be moved to full shade during the hottest parts of the day. (right) My Titan Lilac Vinca after its first bloom in June 2009.Growing Tips: Vinca prefers full sun (where weather is cooler) or partial shade. Water 2-3 times per week until established. Will grow to 14" - 16" tall.
Perennial Tips: If Vinca outgrows its space, it can be sheared back hard in early spring. The sheared off ends may root along the stems.
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