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Catharanthus roseus 'Vinca rosea dwarf' mix

Catharanthus roseus 'Vinca rosea dwarf' mix

1.250 KWD
1.250 KWD
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100 Seeds

Seeding Catharanthus roseus (commonly known as Madagascar Periwinkle, also marketed as Vinca rosea dwarf mix) is a great way to grow compact, vibrant plants that thrive in hot, sunny, and dry conditions. The dwarf mix produces bushy, low-growing plants (20–30 cm tall) with colorful flowers in shades of white, pink, rose, and red, often with contrasting centers.

This plant is heat-loving, drought-tolerant, and blooms non-stop from late spring until frost—perfect for borders, containers, and mass plantings.

🌸 Catharanthus roseus 'Vinca rosea Dwarf Mix' – Seeding Guide

✅ Quick Overview

Feature Details
Type Tender perennial (grown as annual)
Height 20–30 cm (8–12 in) – compact & bushy
Spread 20–25 cm (8–10 in)
Bloom Time Late spring to frost
Colors Mix of white, rose, pink, red, some with eye zones
Light Full sun (tolerates part shade)
Water Low once established (drought-tolerant)
Best Use Bedding, edging, containers, hot/dry spots

🌱 Step-by-Step Seeding Instructions

1. When to Sow

  • Indoors: 10–12 weeks before last frost (early spring)

  • Outdoors: Not recommended – seeds require warmth and even conditions

2. Seed Preparation

  • No stratification required

  • Tip: Soak seeds in warm water for 2–3 hours before sowing (optional for faster germination)

3. Indoor Sowing (Recommended)

Step Instructions
Containers Use cell trays or small pots with drainage
Soil Light, well-draining seed-starting mix
Sowing Depth 3–6 mm (⅛–¼ inch) – just lightly cover the seed
Temperature Warm – 24–26°C (75–79°F) essential for germination
Light Keep dark during germination (cover trays or use dome)
Germination 7–21 days – be patient and maintain warmth

4. After Germination

  • Move to bright light or grow lights once seedlings appear

  • Avoid overwatering – let topsoil dry between watering

  • Transplant when seedlings have 2–3 true leaves

5. Hardening Off & Transplanting Outdoors

  • Harden off: Gradually acclimate for 7–10 days after danger of frost

  • Spacing: 20–25 cm (8–10 in) apart

  • Site: Full sun, well-drained soil (do not overwater)

☀️ Growing Conditions

Factor Best Practice
Light Full sun (6+ hrs) – blooms best with more light
Soil Light, well-drained; tolerates sandy soils
Water Low to moderate – drought-tolerant once established
Feeding Monthly liquid feed or slow-release fertilizer

✂️ Care Tips

  • No deadheading needed – self-cleaning

  • Avoid overwatering or soggy soil – prone to root rot

  • Use in hot, dry beds, containers, or slopes

  • Performs best in hot summers – thrives in heat others hate

🌺 Bonus Benefits

  • Deer and rabbit resistant

  • Long bloom time – excellent for long-season color

  • Works beautifully in xeriscapes and coastal gardens

  • Attracts pollinators, especially butterflies


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