Vinca Seeds – Dwarf Little Bright Eyes | SUMMER

Vinca Dwarf Little Bright Eyes (Catharanthus roseus) is a compact summer flowering variety admired for its pure-white petals, contrasting rosy-red eyes and prolonged flowering.

Sow seeds approximately 3–5 mm deep, cover lightly and keep in darkness until germination. Transplant into well-draining soil and provide 5–7 hours of sunlight daily. Water moderately, allowing the soil surface to dry slightly between watering sessions.

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Catharanthus roseus

• Common Name: Dwarf Vinca / Madagascar Periwinkle / Sada Bahar

• Variety: Little Bright Eyes

• Flower Colour: White with rosy-red centre

• Flower Form: Five overlapping petals

• Plant Height: Approximately 20–30 cm

• Plant Spread: Approximately 20–30 cm

• Growth Habit: Compact, dwarf and bushy

• Sunlight: Full sun to light partial shade

• Flowering Season: Spring through autumn

• Special Features: Heat tolerant, long flowering period and excellent container performance

Recommended Grow Bags

G-8 Grow Bag – 8 × 8 inch – 1 plant.

G-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch – 2–3 plants with adequate spacing.

G-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch – 3–4 plants for a fuller display, with suitable spacing and airflow.

G-24 Grow Bag – 24 × 12 inch – Suitable for a larger mass-flowering arrangement.

Recommended Soil / Potting Mix

50% Bhalu Mitti / Garden Soil + 30% GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost + 20% Cocopeat

Use a loose, well-draining growing medium. Avoid waterlogging, heavy compacted soil and excessive fertilization.

Growing Instructions from Seeds

• Method: Nursery trays or small seedling pots

• Sowing Depth: Approximately 3–5 mm

• Germination: 7–21 days

• Ideal Germination Temperature: 22–28°C

• Light Requirement: Darkness during germination

• Plant Spacing: Approximately 20–25 cm

• Transplanting: When seedlings have 3–4 true leaves

Cover the seeds lightly after sowing and maintain gentle, consistent moisture. Remove the darkness covering after emergence and provide bright light to encourage sturdy seedling growth.

Sunlight & Watering

Sunlight: Full sun to light partial shade, preferably 5–7 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Once plants are established, allow the upper soil layer to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid continually wet roots.

Growth & Flowering

• First Flowering: Approximately 8–12 weeks after sowing, depending on conditions

• Flower Colour: White with rosy-red eye

• Growth Habit: Compact and bushy

• Flowering Season: Spring, summer and autumn

• Display: Repeated flowering throughout warm weather

Remove damaged or yellowing foliage and maintain good airflow.

Feeding

Mix GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost into the potting medium before planting.

Provide light feeding when needed during active growth. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which may encourage foliage growth at the expense of flowering.

Important Summer Care

• Provide sufficient sunlight for abundant flowering.

• Maintain excellent drainage during monsoon rains.

• Avoid excessive watering.

• Protect young seedlings from harsh midday heat.

• Maintain adequate spacing and airflow.

• Monitor for aphids, whiteflies, mites and root diseases.

• Avoid keeping foliage wet overnight.

Garden & Decorative Uses

• Summer flowering beds

• Decorative garden borders

• Balcony and rooftop gardens

• Pots and window boxes

• GREEN GARDENS grow bags

• Mass planting and edging

• White-and-red themed flower displays

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