Annuals
Catharanthus roseus
Annual vinca
Glossy leaves set off pinwheel-shaped flowers through the heat of summer. Annual vinca makes a tidy seasonal planting for sunny pots and beds. It is a tropical plant, not the hardy groundcover also sold under the name vinca.
At a glance
- Sun
- Full sun to part shade; tolerates dappled light
- Mature size
- 6 in.–1 ft. 6 in. (varies by selection) tall × 8 in.–1 ft. (varies by selection) wide
- Water
- Regular moisture; well-drained soil
- Bloom
- Summer, fall
Sizes & prices
- Size not listed$25.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Resistance & tolerances
- Drought
- Tolerant once established; containers still need watering.
- Wet soil
- Needs good drainage; avoid standing water.
- Deer & rabbits
- Usually less favored; not browse-proof.
Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.
Keep in mind: Ornamental plant: keep out of reach of children and pets; do not eat.
Seasonal interest
- Selection note
- Wild-type flowers can attract butterflies, but many modern bedding hybrids have less nectar; do not assume every mixed selection is equally useful.
Growing & care
- Pruning
- Modern bedding selections generally need no pinching or deadheading.
Sources & photo credits
Photo: Ton Rulkens · CC-BY-SA 2.0
Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.