Turkish Delight ID

We have just got back from a holiday in Turkey . The hotel garden had many lovely plants , but the one below took my eye. Its colours ranged from white through pinks to red. Can someone name this beauty for me please?

TIA

 

I think its Vinca, might be known as Catharanthus

 

Agree with Pete.
Catharanthus roseus. Common name Madagascar Periwinkle.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catharanthus_roseus

http://www.google.co.uk/images?q=Catharanthus%20roseus&rls=p,com.microsoft:en-gb:IE-ContextMenu&oe=UTF-8&rlz=1I7SUNA_en-GB&redir_esc=&um=1&ie=UTF-8&source=og&sa=N&hl=en&tab=wi&biw=1247&bih=529

 

Vinca it is, it is more popular in the States than here as in warmer climates it replaces Impatiens which struggle in high temperatures.
It is grown here as a patio/pot plant more than a bedding plant which is why it is less well known.

 

I grew it a few years ago strongy when we were getting some good summers and it was only just happy.
Seen it enjoying 100F plus with no problem.

 

I also agree it's a Vinca as it's very popular here and I have had a white one for a couple of years .... but I find I have to keep it out of the hot midday sun ... :cnfs: Mine has one flower at the moment .. :hehe:

 

We have it in the garden in Florida and it just thrives on sun, heat and makes do with water when it gets it. A no-problem plant over there.

Thanks for the ID, guys, as I had no idea what it was called. Kept thinking it reminded me of Busy Lizzies.

 

Thanks all for the prompt and accurate identification . So it is a Vinca ,Madagascar Periwinkle , and from Pete's and strongy's comments it seems not really suitable for growing in the NW of England. Thats OK I can go back to Turkey to view them ! :thumb:

 

HarryS, it grows like mad in Kenya too... Just thought I'd give you another destination to add to your holiday list. :-)

 

Shobana , as long as the holiday destination is hot and has cold beer it is on the list !:yho: