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Lesser Periwinkle
Vinca minor
Price comparison:
£4.19 – £11.25
From 3 UK retailers
Lesser Periwinkle is a ground cover plant suited to partial shade, growing to around 20cm. Flowers appear from March to June. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧 Moderate
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 20cm tall × 90cm wide
Flowers
🌸 mar,apr,may,jun
Wildlife
🐝 Ground cover, early bee plant
Compare Prices
Prices from 3 retailers across 2 pot sizes
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Prices last checked: 24 Oct 2026
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| Crocus £5.99 flat rate per order | £4.19Checked 24 Oct | 9cm | View at CrocusOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Crocus
£5.99 flat rate per order
Size: 9cm
| Grasslands Nursery | £11.25Checked 27 Oct | 5L | View at Grasslands NurseryOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Grasslands Nursery
Size: 5L
| Border Alpines | £3.50Checked 26 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Border AlpinesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Border Alpines
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Prices last checked: 24 Oct 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Lesser Periwinkle is a ground cover plant suited to partial shade, growing to around 20cm. Flowers appear from March to June. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Latin Name
Vinca minor
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
moderate
Flowering Season
mar,apr,may,jun
Mature Height
20cm
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lesser Periwinkle cost in the UK?
Lesser Periwinkle prices in the UK range from £4.19 to £11.25 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £4.19 for a 9cm pot at Crocus. Prices are checked nightly across 3 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Lesser Periwinkle online in the UK?
You can buy Lesser Periwinkle from 3 UK nurseries including Border Alpines, Grasslands Nursery, Crocus. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Lesser Periwinkle?
The scientific name for Lesser Periwinkle is Vinca minor.
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