Vinca, commonly known as Periwinkle, is a fast-spreading evergreen groundcover valued for its glossy foliage and charming, star-shaped flowers. Blooming in spring and often sporadically through summer and autumn, the flowers come in shades of purple, blue, white, or pink, brightening shady areas and difficult-to-plant spaces. Its dense, trailing growth habit quickly forms a thick carpet of foliage, making it ideal for suppressing weeds, stabilizing slopes, or adding colour and texture to shaded borders and woodland gardens.

Hardy and low-maintenance, Vinca tolerates a variety of soils, including poor or dry conditions, and is often used as a reliable, fuss-free solution for covering bare ground. Its cheerful blooms and dependable foliage make it a go-to plant for gardeners seeking year-round interest in challenging sites.