Next in the Pacifica series came Punch, which is a deep rose pink with a darker center, and Polka Dot, which is white with a red eye. The newest additions are Blush, which is a light rose with a large deep eye, Lilac and White. There are many other good periwinkles available from the Coolers, Tropicanas to former All-America winners like Parasol, and Pretty in Rose. Another that I think is exceptional is a Park Seed release called Passion. It is a deep purple with a yellow eye.
Passion planted with yellow marigolds makes a striking combination.
One of the most attractive features of the periwinkle is its foliage. The leaves are dark green and glossy contrasting with the gorgeous flowers. The periwinkle is still an outstanding plant if we avoid early spring planting. The summer is the best time to plant periwinkles. While we may suffer from the heat and want to go indoors, these troopers will make beautiful beds.