- Height 6-8 Inches
- Width 22-25 Inches
- Use as a spiller when using in containers
- A trailing vina annual perfect for hanging baskets & window boxes!
About the only way to improve the tough annual vinca was to make it trailing. And that’s just what breeders did with Cora Cascade Cherry vinca. Cora Cascade Cherry gracefully drapes from hanging baskets, window boxes and other pots. It’s also striking when planted in the landscape with a mass of cherry red flowers and dark green leaves. It gets 6 to 8 inches tall with up to a 25 inch spread.
Cora Cascade Cherry vinca blooms from spring into fall. This vinca can take the heat and drought. Its leaves droop a little to let you know it’s time to water. Use in a hanging basket or in another container as the spiller. In the landscape, create spots of color mixed in with perennials or around shrubs. Butterflies like to visit this plant.
Cora® Cascade Cherry Vinca Care
The common name for this plant is the same for at least three species and can cause confusion when shopping. The scientific name for this vinca is Catharanthus roseus, which sometimes is called Madagascar periwinkle or just periwinkle. The green and white variegated vinca vine (V. major) is popular in containers because of its trailing habit. Sometimes, the plant is winter hardy, even in part of the Midwest, and will sport a blue flower. Another vinca also called myrtle or periwinkle is V. minor, a popular evergreen ground cover with blue flowers and shiny leaves.
Grow in sunny spaces (6+ hours). Cora Cascade Cherry vinca also tolerates part sun (4 to 6 hours). It’s not too picky about drainage, but it doesn’t like constantly wet soil. Deadheading (snipping off spent flowers) is not necessary because this is a self-cleaning annual. Snip a few stems for a vase for indoor enjoyment.
Cora® Cascade Cherry Vinca Spacing
Use one or two plants in a 10 or 12 inch hanging basket. In a mixed container, allow the cherry red flowers to spill over the edge. Plant about 10 inches apart in the ground.
Cora® Cascade Cherry Vinca Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 11a, 11b, 12a |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Description: Cherry |
| Bloom Period: Spring and Late Summer to Hard Frost |
| Foliage Color(s) Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Short |
| Height: 6-8 Inches |
| Spread: 22-25 Inches |
| Spacing: 22-25 Inches |
| Habit: Trailing |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Attracts: Butterflies |
| Container Role: Spiller |
| Use Types: Container, Landscape |
| Features: Low Maintenance, Pollinator Attractor |
| Maintenance: Easy |
| Scientific Name: Catharanthus roseus 'Cascade Cherry' |
| Common Name: Cora® Cascade Cherry Vinca |
| Other Name(s): Bright Eyes, Cape Periwinkle, Graveyard Plant, Madagascar Periwinkle, Old Maid, Pink Periwinkle, Rose Periwinkle |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Selections |
- SKU:
- VINCHP45
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 1 year old
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 year old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 year old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2-3 year old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 3-4 year old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Time of Order:
Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.
