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Vinca minor ‘Illumination’

Vinca minor ‘Illumination’

Regular price $12.95 USD
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Category Details
Plant Type Evergreen
Light Requirement Full to partial shade
Soil Condition Moist, Well Drained soil
Mature Height 6 to 12 Inches
Growth Rate Fast-growing
Planting Zone 4,5, 6, 7, 8, 9

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Description

Pre‑Order Now: Brighten Shady Spaces with Vinca Minor ‘Illumination’!
Pre‑order now until April 1st. Orders are currently scheduled to ship April 2026.

Product Overview

Vinca minor ‘Illumination’ is a standout evergreen groundcover known for its glowing gold‑centered leaves edged in deep green and its charming violet‑blue spring flowers. This vigorous, low‑maintenance variety spreads beautifully in shade and partial shade, bringing brightness and color to areas where most plants struggle. Its dense, mat‑forming habit makes it ideal for erosion control, underplanting, and filling difficult shady spaces with year‑round appeal.

Key Features

  • Brilliant gold‑centered foliage with deep green margins
  • Violet‑blue blooms in spring
  • Evergreen groundcover for shade and partial shade
  • Excellent erosion control
  • Low maintenance and drought tolerant once established
  • Hardy in zones 4–9

Growing Conditions

Plant in partial to full shade in moist, well‑drained soil. Once established, ‘Illumination’ tolerates dry shade and requires minimal care. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape if desired. Its evergreen foliage remains colorful through most winters, adding brightness to low‑light areas.

Landscape Uses

  • Woodland gardens
  • Slopes and erosion‑prone areas
  • Underplanting shrubs and trees
  • Filling shaded areas with vibrant color
  • Explore similar options in our Evergreen Groundcovers collection

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Vinca minor ‘Illumination’ spread quickly?
Yes. It forms a dense, spreading mat ideal for groundcover and erosion control.

Will it grow in deep shade?
Absolutely. It thrives in low‑light areas where many plants fail.

Does it stay colorful year‑round?
Yes. The variegated foliage remains evergreen and vibrant in most climates.

Order Your Vinca Minor ‘Illumination’ Today

Brighten dark corners of your landscape with the glowing foliage and spring blooms of Vinca minor ‘Illumination’. This dependable, shade‑loving groundcover offers year‑round color, erosion control, and effortless performance. Pre‑order now to reserve your plants for April 2026 shipping.

Shipping Information

  • Available Sizes: Bare‑root plants
  • Pre‑Order Deadline: April 1st, 2026
  • Shipping Start Date: Scheduled for April 2026

Related Categories

  • Evergreen Groundcovers
  • Fast Growing Groundcovers
  • Erosion Control Plants
  • Drought Tolerant Plants
Details

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<td>Light Requirement</td>
<td>Full to partial shade</td>
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<td>Soil Condition</td>
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<td>6 to 12 Inches</td>
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<td>Growth Rate</td>
<td>Fast-growing</td>
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<td>Planting Zone</td>
<td>4,5, 6, 7, 8, 9</td>
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Planting Instructions
Shipping Information

Orders containing only hard goods generally ship right away
as the inventory allows. Those items ship year-round and generally within one
week.

When ordering plants during fall or spring shipping, we will
set your order for the next available shipping week appropriate for your
location. April and May are our busiest months, and sometimes shipping delays
happen. Plants may be processed later than scheduled or the shipping department may get behind. This is not the norm, but it does sometimes happen. Please bear with us if this happens.

Our bare-root (field-grown) trees and shrubs typically arrive at the facility for shipping in November, December, and January (for fall shipping) and in February, March, April, and May (for spring shipping).

An example of month-by-month shipping would be as follows, as plants are available:

January - zones 9 - 10 

February - zones 8 - 10 

March - zones 7 - 10

April - zones 6 - 10

May - zones 5 - 9

June - zones 3 - 8

July - zones 3 - 7

August - zones 4 - 7

September - zones 5 - 8

October - zones 5 (some areas) - 9

November - zones 6 (some areas) - 10 

December - zones 8 - 10

 

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