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Catharanthus roseus
Catharanthus Roseus
Glossy leaves and flat five-petalled blooms. Keep the crown out of wet compacted soil.
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All-purpose plant food
Optional extra
Miracle-Gro Liquid Fertilizer for Home Gardening 250ml/1.45L
Optional feed during active growth; dilute to the bottle label and pause when roots are stressed.
Plant characteristics & growing tips
Catharanthus Roseus · Catharanthus roseus
Plant characteristics
- Light
- Sun to partial shade
- Habit
- Flowering container plant
- Character
- Glossy leaves and flat five-petalled blooms
- Root medium
- Evenly moist, freely draining mix
- Display
- Flowering changes through the season
- Supplied size
- Approx. 10–15 cm (excluding pot)
Hong Kong growing tips
- Rain drainage
- Keep the crown out of wet compacted soil
- Ornamental use
- Keep plant parts out of food preparation
- Flower heads
- Shelter delicate blooms from pounding rain
- Pot spacing
- Leave air between neighbouring leaves
- Root checks
- Check moisture before watering again
- Display
- Remove damaged flowers and fallen debris
References
Planting & styling guide
Settling in & repotting
- Choose a position with sun to partial shade, allowing room for the plant to grow.
- Use evenly moist, freely draining mix. Keep the original planting depth and drainage clear.
- Keep the crown out of wet compacted soil.
Care in Hong Kong
- Ornamental useKeep plant parts out of food preparation
- Flower headsShelter delicate blooms from pounding rain
- Pot spacingLeave air between neighbouring leaves
Plants to pair with it
Arrange in separate pots so light, water and space can be managed for each plant.
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Frequently asked questions
Catharanthus Roseus
Is this a safe herb to make home remedies?
No. Grow it as an ornamental plant; do not ingest or use it for home remedies.
Why can it wilt even when soil is wet?
Root problems can cause wilting in wet soil. Check drainage and roots before adding water.
Will all flowers be open on arrival?
Bud and flower stage varies by batch and season; images do not guarantee a particular flowering stage.
Can I plant several pots tightly together?
Leave enough space for mature leaves and airflow, especially during humid Hong Kong weather.
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Is delivery included?
Free-delivery thresholds depend on your area and order total: HK$500+ for Tung Chung / South Lantau, over HK$800 for Discovery Bay, and HK$1,000+ for other areas. Check the delivery fee at checkout.
Will you bring it inside?
With lift access, plants can be placed indoors. For walk-up buildings, standard delivery is to the building entrance. Stair carrying is extra and should be arranged in advance.
Can I collect it from the nursery?
Yes. Pickup is available at 20D Lo Wai Village, Pui O, Monday–Saturday, 10am–5pm. Please make an appointment once your order is ready.