noun
- a trailing or upright plant with glossy leaves and five-petaled flowers, commonly used as ground cover or in gardens
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The vinca spread quickly across the shaded area of the garden.
- She planted purple vinca along the border of her flower bed.
- Vinca is popular for hanging baskets because of its trailing habit.
- The white vinca bloomed continuously throughout the summer.
- Many gardeners choose vinca as ground cover because it requires little maintenance.
- The nursery had several varieties of vinca in different colors.