Vinca/Sadabahar/Nithyakalyani/Sadaphuli Healthy Herbal Flower Plant

Vinca (also called periwinkle or Madagascar periwinkle) is an easy, heat-loving plant. Here’s a simple, reliable way to grow it 🌸

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1. Choose the Right Type

• Annual vinca (Catharanthus roseus) – best for hot climates, summer flowers

• Perennial vinca (Vinca minor/major) – groundcover, shade-tolerant

(Steps below focus on the common flowering annual vinca.)

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2. Sunlight

• Full sun is best (6–8 hours daily)

• Can tolerate partial sun, but flowering will be reduced

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3. Soil

• Well-draining soil is critical

• Slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6–7)

• Avoid heavy clay or water-logged soil

👉 Tip: Mix garden soil with sand or compost for better drainage.

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4. Planting

From seeds:

• Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost

• Cover seeds lightly (they need darkness to germinate)

• Germination: 7–14 days

From nursery plants:

• Space plants 10–12 inches apart

• Plant at the same depth as the container

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5. Watering

• Water deeply but infrequently

• Let soil dry slightly between watering

• Overwatering causes root rot (a common vinca killer ❌)

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6. Fertilizing

• Use a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) once a month

• Too much fertilizer = more leaves, fewer flowers

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7. Pruning & Care

• Pinch tips early to encourage bushier growth

• Remove dead or leggy stems

• No deadheading needed – vinca is self-cleaning

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8. Pests & Problems

• Generally pest-free

• Watch for:

  • Root rot (from excess water)

  • Yellow leaves → too much moisture or poor drainage