(Vinca minor)
Description
- Small, evergreen plant with showy white or purple flowers
- Vine-like with glossy, dark green leaves
- 5 pedalled flowers that are roughly 10cm in diameter
- Forms dense mats on forest floor
Consequences of invasion
- Periwinkle grows rapidly and forms dense, extensive mats along the forest floor, displacing native vegetation
Integrated Pest Management Options
- Periwinkle can be pulled by hand, dug or raked up, being sure to remove underground portions
- Where appropriate, mowing can be used to cut plants back but must be repeated regularly. Mowing following soon after herbicide application would improve control greatly
- Become PlantWise and learn about Grow Me Instead. Select alternative, non-invasive species when planting ornamentals
More information available:
- Invasive Species Council of BC: www.bcinvasives.ca
- Coastal Invasive Species Committee: www.coastalisc.com