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Wojo's Jem Vinca Vine Plant

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  • - Large Periwinkle
  • - Height: 4-6 inches
  • - Growing Zone: 2-11
  • - Exposure: Part Sun-Full Sun
  • - Bloom Time: Spring
Plant Features

Foliage of Wojo's Jem Vinca Vine Plant is more compact than other vinca vine varieties. It has dark and light green leaves that go great with blue, red, or violet plants.

Planting Instructions:

  • - Plant in spring after the last frost date

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 5.5-6.5

Watering Specifics:

  • - Avoid letting the soil dry out completely between waterings

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season

Pruning and Training:

  • - Pinch back stems early in the season to encourage bushier growth
  • - Deadhead spent blooms to promote continuous flowering

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Watch for common pests like aphids and whiteflies

Blooming Indicators:

  • - Blooms continuously from late spring through fall

Light Requirements:

  • - Thrives in partial shade, especially in hot climates

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Sensitive to heat; provide extra water during hot spells
  • - Not frost-hardy

Companion Plants for Torenia:

  • - Begonias: With their shade-loving nature, begonias make a great companion with their colorful blooms
  • - Coleus: The vibrant foliage of coleus contrasts beautifully with torenia’s flowers
  • - Impatiens: These colorful, shade-loving plants complement torenia in both color and growing conditions
  • - Ferns: The lush, green fronds of ferns add texture and depth to a torenia planting
Attribute nameAttribute value
Plant Characteristics
Height CategoryBorder Plants (Front Row)
Mature Spread16-24 inches
HabitTrailing growth pattern - Hangs or drags
Foliage ColorVariegated
FeaturesDrought tolerant, Evergreen, Heat tolerant
Garden StylesCottage Garden, English Garden, Hanging Baskets, Patio Garden, Woodland Garden
Plant UseAesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Climbing or Vining, Ground Cover, Spiller
Disease ResistancePowdery Mildew (PM)
Critter ResistanceDeer Resistance: Medium, Rabbit
Pet FriendlyNo
Plant TypeHybrid; seeds do not breed true
ToleratesClay soil, Handles sandy soil well

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Fabulous

Wojo's gem was patented in Ortonville MI. I bought it when I lived there so happy Growjoy is carrying this hybrid.

From Kathleen | April 03, 2022