Madagascar Periwinkle
Madagascar Periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus)
Madagascar Periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus), also known as Bright Eyes, or Graveyard Plant, is a resilient and heat-loving flowering plant prized for its continuous blooms and drought tolerance. With its glossy green foliage and a variety of vibrant flower colors, this easy-care plant is perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers.
Distinctive Features
Madagascar Periwinkle is known for its five-petaled, star-like flowers in shades of pink, white, red, and purple. The plants bloom from spring through frost, maintaining a tidy, mounded habit. Highly adaptable, it thrives in hot, dry conditions where other plants may struggle, making it a top choice for low-maintenance landscapes.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
- Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil.
- Water: Low to moderate watering needs; drought-tolerant once established.
- Humidity: Tolerant of various humidity levels.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11 (grown as an annual in cooler climates).
Ideal Uses
- Garden Beds & Borders: Provides continuous color throughout the growing season.
- Containers & Hanging Baskets: Thrives in pots, adding bright blooms to patios and balconies.
- Ground Cover: Forms a dense, flowering mat in warm climates.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
Low Maintenance Care
Madagascar Periwinkle is an easy-to-grow plant that requires minimal care beyond occasional watering and fertilizing.
- Watering: Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; avoid overwatering.
- Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.
- Propagation: Grown from seeds or cuttings.
Why Choose Madagascar Periwinkle?
With its vibrant, season-long blooms, heat resistance, and low-maintenance nature, Madagascar Periwinkle is an excellent choice for any sunny garden.
- Continuous Blooms: Flowers from spring until frost.
- Drought & Heat Tolerant: Thrives in dry, sunny conditions.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies.
- Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care beyond watering and fertilizing.
- Versatile Placement: Suitable for garden beds, containers, and hanging baskets.
For those looking for a colorful, resilient, and easy-care plant, Madagascar Periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus) is an outstanding choice.
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