Zone 5 · Periwinkle
Planting Periwinkle in Zone 5
Vinca minor
✅ Periwinkle thrives in zone 5 (hardy 4–9)
Can I plant today?
⏳ Too early to direct-sow
Last frost is in 4 weeks. Wait until soil warms.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around May 15
Zone's first frost
around October 15
Bloom window
April – June
Peak bloom
May
Sun required
part sun, shade
Mature height
6"
Spacing
12" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Periwinkle in zone 5
Plant in spring or fall. Evergreen ground cover; can be aggressive — contain in formal beds.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Periwinkle peaks in May. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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