~ CORA VINCA® ~
(Catharanthus roseus Cora)
These beautiful upright growing plants are healthy and well rooted. The simple yet gorgeous flowers are attractive in any garden container, or can be planted as a border, or simply as ground cover.
The plants I have are in 8″ pots and are planted in soil with time-released fertilizer- no need to worry about fertilizing them!
$15 for two pots
About These Plants:
Attributes:
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Height: 10-14"
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Spread: 10-14"
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Needs:
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Soil: Well Drained
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Water:
2x/week (more often when dry)
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Fertilize:
Monthly
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Best USD Zones: 10-11
Other:
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Deer Resistant
This plant thrives in heat and are better performing than most other vinca varieties.
The Common vinca, (aka periwinkle) is susceptible to “sudden death” due to hot, humid climates. Luckily, plant breeders were able to produce a variety of periwinkle that is more disease resistant and has a better tolerance to heat and drought… their flowers’ color also lasts longer… meet Cora Vinca !
I keep my Cora Vinca in the greenhouse which some times reaches temperatures of 110degrees (F) in the summer, but these plants have no problem and are doing very well. It is said to be able to survive various climate stress, including seasonal rain and cold snaps in the fall.
The Cora plant is super easy to grow, produces tons of blooms, and lasts right up until frost. You can over-winter them in a bright room or under a plant light- just bring them inside before the first frost.
Note: Cora is an upright vinca, and Cora Cascade is the trailing/spreading type.
Medicinal Value:
SEND AN EMAIL VIA THE FORM BELOW AND
I WILL GET BACK WITH YOU TO LET YOU KNOW HOW MANY
OF THESE PLANTS I HAVE LEFT.
NO HOLDS – FIRST COME – FIRST SERVE
Growing Tips:
Disclaimer:
- As you will see noted throughout this website, this is not a business. It is my back yard hobby.
- Periodically I have several of the plants posted here that I must sell off to make room in the greenhouse for different plants, etc. and to help off-set the cost of running the greenhouse, especially at the end of the summer as I prepare for the winter months.
- Any information regarding the care from any of the plants listed here is based on either what has worked for me, what was on the plant’s seed package or what I have learned off of the internet from various sources. My personal experiences and opinions are clearly identified. It is your responsibility to research and determine the care you wish to provide the plant.
- When we meet, I encourage you to inspect the plant you are buying carefully before you decide to purchase it as once you walk away with it, the plant is yours; sorry, no returns.
Payment:
Most of my sales are done locally. Below are methods in which I accept payment:
- If you are picking up your item and are local, I either accept cash or you can pay via credit card when you arrive.
- For those that live further, please email me using the form on the right and I will contact you to work out shipping costs and payment details with you.
Shipping:
Sorry, I do not ship potted plants.
Local Pickup:
If you live local to Jackson, NJ, I will be happy to meet you at the WaWa down the street from Six Flags Great Adventure, with your plants.
Feel free to send me an email with any questions you may hav
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Ideas/Uses for These Plants:
- Make Your Own Basket
- Use as a border
- Fill a bed with different varieities/colors of this plant
- Fill a large planter with various types of plants and include this for nearly three seasons of color!