Tradescantia 'Gold Crest'
Also Known As
- Tradescantia 'Gold Wing'
- Gold Crest Spiderwort
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 24"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 9a-10b
Tradescantia 'Gold Crest' plant details
Tradescantia 'Gold Crest' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with chartreuse foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia 'Gold Crest'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: commelinaceae
- Foliage: deciduous chartreuse
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 24 IN tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, container plant, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia 'Gold Crest'
- USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
Gardening facts about Tradescantia 'Gold Crest' plant
How to Grow Tradescantia 'Gold Crest'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- chartreuse
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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