Vinca minor (lesser periwinkle) is an evergreen, perennial ground cover plant that is best suited to semi-shaded to shaded locations. The species forms dense carpets through creeping shoots, which ensure reliable weed suppression. It is undemanding in terms of soil conditions, drought-tolerant once established, and low-maintenance. In addition to its high shade tolerance, it offers additional ecological value for pollinating insects through its spring flowering and a year-round structural effect through its permanent foliage.