| Common Name: |
Illumination Periwinkle |
| Scientific Name: |
Vinco minor 'Illumination' |
| Other Name(s): |
Aka dwarf periwinkle and creeping myrtle.
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| Category: |
Herbaceous perennial |
| Bloom Color: |
Violet-blue |
| Bloom Season: |
Tubular, phlox-like flowers (to 1 inch across) appear in the leaf axils in spring and continue to flower intermittently throughout summer into fall. |
| Foliage Description: |
Leaves are brightly variegated emerging chartreuse with dark green edges; the leaves mature to a rich golden color before softening to a cream color. |
| Height of Plant: |
3-6 in. |
| Spread of Plant: |
6-18 in. |
| Hardiness: |
USDA Zones 4-8 |
| Light Requirements: |
Full sun to part shade |
| Water Usage: |
Dry to medium |
| Soil Type: |
Easily grown in average, well-drained soil |
| Native Range: |
Europe to southern Russia |
| Maintenance: |
Medium |
| Location: |
Shade Garden |