{"product_id":"vinca-ralph-shugart-3-litre-pot","title":"Vinca 'Ralph Shugart' (3-Litre Pot)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinca minor ‘Ralph Shugart’ \u003c\/strong\u003eis an award-winning evergreen shrub with clusters of deep violet single flowers. The long-lasting blooms will continue to flower from spring through to autumn while the beautiful, variegated foliage adds year-round interest to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as lesser periwinkle ‘Ralph Shugart’, it will happily spread through beds and borders as well as around shrubs and roses, suppressing weed growth and adding colour to even challenging areas of the garden. Fast growing and low maintenance, this plant requires minimal care for it to flourish. Fully hardy and resistant to drought, it is a great choice for adding colour to an array of places around the garden and can thrive in either full sun or partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to its wonderful floral display and foliage, this variety has received the prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society, so you have peace of mind that you will be admiring the beauty of this creeping plant from many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot size: 3-litre pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower colour: Violet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage colour: Green with a light yellow, picotee edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant type: Evergreen shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: Fully hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering time: April, May, June, July, August, September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltimate plant size: Height: 0.2m x Width: 0.6m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing habit: Creeping, ground cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll measurements are approximate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to care for your plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobust and easy to grow, Vinca minor ‘Ralph Shugart’ will happily thrive in sunny and shady areas of the garden, but flowers best in a bright spot. Preferring soil that is moist but free draining, it will effortlessly spread and provide excellent ground cover. To keep your plant in check, ensure you cut back any unwanted shoots in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates Garden Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56082215010629,"sku":"1008391","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/76a523f7-Vinca-_E2_80_98Ralph-Shugart-1.jpg?v=1761657418","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/vinca-ralph-shugart-3-litre-pot","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}