Are myrtle and periwinkle the same?

Are myrtle and periwinkle the same? Dear N.S.: Myrtle is a common name for Vinca minor, a hardy mostly evergreen trailing woody plant that is used as a groundcover. Another common name, lesser periwinkle, is the source of the name of the color periwinkle blue, like the flowers. Greater periwinkle is Vinca major. What is … Continue reading Are myrtle and periwinkle the same?