Vinca Vine (1 Gallon)

Vinca Vine – A Timeless Trailing Treasure
Graceful Greenery with a Classic Cottage Feel

Vinca vine—also lovingly known as Vinca major or trailing periwinkle—has graced gardens for generations. Known for its glossy green leaves edged in creamy white or silvery hues, it brings a soft elegance to containers, baskets, and flower beds. Its history dates back to old European gardens, where it was planted as a groundcover and symbolized lasting affection, loyalty, and gentleness. It’s the kind of plant your grandmother might have grown—dependable, graceful, and always adding that finishing touch.

At Wright’s Market, we love Vinca vine for its ability to anchor a mixed planter or spill beautifully from a window box—bringing motion and texture like a gentle ribbon of greenery. It’s not flashy, but its quiet beauty and resilience make it a true staple in traditional southern gardens.

Where Vinca Vine Grows Best:
Vinca vine is adaptable and easygoing. It thrives in both sun and part shade, making it perfect for porches, patio containers, and even shady spots under trees. It’s heat-tolerant and grows quickly, providing a full, lush look all season long.

Care Instructions:

• Sunlight: Full sun to part shade

• Watering: Water regularly, but allow soil to dry slightly between waterings

• Soil: Prefers well-draining soil; adapts to most types

• Feeding: A balanced fertilizer every few weeks helps keep foliage vibrant

• Trimming: Can be trimmed back as needed to control length or encourage fullness

Perfect Companions:
Vinca vine is the kind of plant that plays well with others. Try pairing it with:

• Geraniums: Classic and upright, perfect for a traditional container look

• Impatiens: For shaded spots—adds color while Vinca trails below

• Petunias or Calibrachoa: Bright blooms complement the vine’s green and cream tones

• Coleus: Adds bold leaf color and thrives in similar conditions

Whether you're crafting a porch planter that feels like home or filling a flower bed with heritage charm, Vinca vine adds grace and movement in all the right places. It’s a reminder that beauty doesn’t always shout—sometimes it gently trails and softens, just like the sweetest moments in life.