Vinca Cora Cascade

Average

Vinca likes a warm, humid environment. Since it is not drought-resistant, it needs to be watered regularly during hot, dry seasons.
Regarding temperature requirements, these vary with the seasons; in spring and summer, an ideal temperature would be around 18-25°C, although it can also withstand a maximum of around 30°C. In winter, the temperature can drop to between 13-18°C. Due to its poor hardiness, the minimum temperature should never be below 5°C.

Adapting to its native tropical environment, vinca has adapted to regular moisture and high humidity levels. This species prefers consistent hydration but can tolerate brief periods of drought. Watering should occur twice a week to maintain optimal soil moisture.

Vinca thrives best in direct sunlight, where its flowers reach their optimum vitality and growth is robust. Exposure to bright light for at least 6-8 hours daily is crucial to its health and flowering success. Although vinca adapts well to partial shade, lower light levels can lead to reduced flower production and a more spreading growth habit. Outdoors, vinca should be planted in locations with direct sunlight, while indoors, it should be placed in south-facing windows to ensure adequate light.

As a tropical plant, vinca prefers slightly acidic soil, which means that alkaline soil should be avoided. If the soil is too alkaline, its roots will grow poorly and its leaves will tend to turn yellow, causing the plant to grow thin and weak. In severe cases, the plant may not be able to flower and may even die. Ideally, use loose, permeable, well-drained sandy loam soil for planting. Peat moss, along with organic fertilizer, can be added to improve soil fertility.