Tradescantia 'Regal Charm'

Also Known As

Regal Charm Tradescantia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 11"
W: 15"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Tradescantia 'Regal Charm' plant details

Tradescantia 'Regal Charm' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia 'Regal Charm'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: commelinaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 11 IN tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia 'Regal Charm'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Regal purple, 3-petalled flowers sit about the golden foliage on this royal charmer, a new flower color and a lovely contrast for its compact 12-15" mound May-Sept in border or container. S-PSh/M PPAF

By: Forestfarm

Regal purple, three petaled flowers sit above golden foliage on this royal charmer. A new flower color that contrasts beautifully with the compact, golden yellow mound of leaves. A fine addition to your mixed bed, containers, or the front of the border. Easy to grow with average garden soil and water.

By: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.

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Gardening facts about Tradescantia 'Regal Charm' plant

How to Grow Tradescantia 'Regal Charm'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- gold
Flower Color
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"-18"

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