Myrtle Bowles Variety
Vinca minor 'Bowles's Variety'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 12-18 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 (Clifton Park exceeds 1000+ hrs avg) |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2022 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Adaptable, well-draining loams |
| Soil pH | 6.0-8.0 |
| Zones | 4-8 |
| Native status | Introduced |
Appearance
| Type | Vine |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green |
| Bloom | Blue, Purple |
| Fruit | Follicle |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Division, stem cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Hostas, Ferns, Astilbe |
Where it came from
| Grower | Monrovia |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water regularly during first season to establish root system.
Maintenance
Can be mowed or trimmed to control aggressive spread.
Cleanup
Clear heavy fall debris to prevent smothering.
Notes
Aggressive groundcover. 'Bowles's Variety' features larger, deeper blue flowers and broader leaves than the straight species.