Vinca rosea, Catharanthus roseus
Madagascar Periwinkle, Annual Vinca

A showy garden flower with an upright or trailing growth habit. Stalks of leathery, rich green foliage bear open-faced flowers, which are available in a variety of colors with contrasting throats. Blooms in summer and fall. Attracts moths and butterflies.

USDA zones: all zones as an annual
Sunset zones: 1 - 24; H1, H2
Mature size: 1 - 2 feet high and wide
Light needs: full sun to part shade
Water needs: moderate water