Will Periwinkle Kill Other Plants

Will periwinkle kill other plants? While it has been known to grow aggressively and take over garden space, you can plant it amongst other flowers. Be warned however that the roots can suffocate other plants when not properly controlled.

Will periwinkle choke out other plants?

Although some gardeners prize periwinkle as an attractive, effective ground cover plant, this perennial evergreen has a darker side — in favorable growing conditions, it spreads indefinitely and can overwhelm other plants.

Will Vinca minor kill other plants?

Vinca minor, in most cases, will not choke out other plants growing in the area. They just fill in around them. Vinca major, being more aggressive, can take over other plants in your flower bed.