Vinca True

About this plant

Experience the ultimate in heat-loving, drought-tolerant annuals with the Vinca True 'Cora Cascade XDR Mixture Portfolio'. This exceptional series boasts an exquisite blend of cascading vinca in a spectrum of breathtaking hues, ensuring a dynamic and ever-changing display. Specifically bred for superior XDR (eXtended Disease Resistance), 'Cora Cascade XDR' varieties are highly tolerant to aerial Phytophthora, a common culprit of vinca decline, making them incredibly reliable even in challenging conditions. Their vigorous, trailing habit is perfect for spilling gracefully from hanging baskets, window boxes, and containers, or for creating a stunning, low-maintenance groundcover. Enjoy abundant blooms from spring frost to fall frost, providing continuous, vibrant color that requires minimal fuss. These vincas are a superb choice for gardeners seeking resilient, show-stopping performance throughout the hottest months.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Vinca True 'Cora Cascade XDR' is remarkably low-maintenance. Deadheading is not necessary for continuous blooming. Fertilize every 2-4 weeks with a balanced liquid feed during the growing season to encourage abundant flowers. Pinching back longer stems can promote a bushier, more compact habit if desired.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.