Periwinkle is invasive; see 5 better alternatives for Western New York

Periwinkle or vinca minor can easily get out of your garden and invade wild spaces. Consider replacing it with a better plant. Photo by Connie Oswald Stofko by Connie Oswald Stofko I have enjoyed periwinkle in my garden, but it’s time to consider some alternatives. Periwinkle or Vinca minor is used as an ornamental groundcover. The leaves are glossy and the purple flowers are a delight. Here’s the problem: This invasive plant can easily spread outside of our gardens. It…