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Vinca Catharanthus roseus Cora 'Red'

Photo courtesy of Ball Seed.

Periwinkle

Vinca Cora Red features large, dark red blooms along glossy green foliage. Vinca Cora has a patented resistance to Aerial Phytophthora, which is a common disease that affects other non-resistant Vinca. Simply put, the Cora series will thrive and grow strong in areas where other Vinca series will die! Cora Vinca is great for beds, borders and mass planting or containers. They can provide the landscape with huge flowers on glossy green foliage. They are robust plants that have a uniform flowering habit. They produce bouquets or carpets of flat blooms with great foliage.

Height

14-16 Inches

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Spread

22-25 Inches

Homeowner Growing
& Maintenance Tips

Cora Vinca prefers full sun and average, well draining soil to promote root vigor. Do not overwater! Coras thrive in heat and humidity of summer climates in full sun. Mix and match several complimentary Coras together for a great looking bed!


 

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Interesting Notes

  • Has a patented resistance to Aerial Phytophthora
  • Some have “eyes” and some don’t
  • Plant with Dusty Miller, Salvia or grasses
  • Pinch back for fuller appearance

USDA Hardiness Zone 8-11

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Fact Sheet
Bench Card

Great Companions

Periwinkle Periwinkle (Vinca Catharanthus roseus Cora 'Pink')
Calibrachoa Calibrachoa (Calibrachoa hybrid Callie 'White')
Angelonia Angelonia (Angelonia angustifolia Serena 'Blue')

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Ground Cover
Border or Bed
Mass Planting
Container
Purchase Size(s):
Rescape
1801 (4")
Exposure
Sun
Foliage Color
Green
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Spring
Summer
Fall
Soil Moisture Preference
Dry
Average
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