🌸  Sadabahar / Periwinkle / Vinca (Any Colour)

Periwinkle, also known as Sadabahar or Vinca, is a hardy, drought-tolerant flowering plant known for its vibrant blooms in shades of pink, white, red, lavender, and purple. It flowers almost all year, especially in warm climates, making it one of the easiest and most rewarding outdoor plants.

🔆 Light Requirements

• Ideal Light: Full sun — 5–8 hours daily gives maximum blooms.

• Tolerates: Partial shade, but flowering may reduce slightly.

• Very heat-tolerant and thrives even in strong sunlight.

💧 Watering Guidelines

• Water Only When Needed: Let soil dry slightly between waterings — Vinca dislikes soggy soil.

• Frequency:

  • Summer: 1–2 times per week

  • Winter: Once every 7–10 days

• Important: Avoid overwatering — can cause root rot.

🌾 Soil & Potting

• Preferred Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil.

• Ideal Mix:
  ✔ Garden soil
  ✔ Sand or perlite
  ✔ A little compost

• Pot Size: Medium-size pot (8–12 inches) with drainage holes if planted in a container.

🌱 Fertilization

• Feeding Schedule: Once every 3–4 weeks during active blooming.

• Best Fertilizers:
  ✔ Balanced NPK fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10 or 19-19-19)
  ✔ Liquid organic bloom boosters
  ✔ Compost once every 2–3 months

• Avoid excessive nitrogen — it causes more leaves but fewer flowers.

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Deadheading: Not required — plant self-cleans.

• Shaping Pruning: Light trimming improves shape and encourages branching.

• Remove damaged or yellowing leaves to maintain health.

🪴 Humidity & Temperature

• Temperature Preference: Warm weather 20–38°C (68–100°F).

• Very heat- and drought-tolerant.

• Avoid: Extreme cold and frost — may damage plant.

🌼 Blooming Notes

• Flowers almost year-round in warm regions.

• Peak blooming occurs in spring, summer, and monsoon.

• Low maintenance, constant flowering with minimal care.

🐝 Pollinator Friendly

Attracts butterflies and beneficial insects, supporting garden biodiversity.

🚫 Toxicity Warning

Parts of the plant can be toxic if ingested — keep away from small pets or children who may chew leaves.

✅ Why Choose Periwinkle / Sadabahar?

🌸 Low Maintenance: Thrives with minimal care.
☀️ Heat & Drought Resistant: Perfect for hot climates.
🏵 Long Blooming Period: Flowers most of the year.
🌿 Versatile: Ideal for borders, planters, gardens, and ground cover.