Tradescantia 'Jeannene'

Also Known As

Tradescantia x andersoniana 'Jeannene'
Jeannene Spiderwort

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"
W: 15"

planting zones

7a-10b

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Tradescantia 'Jeannene' plant details

Tradescantia 'Jeannene' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia 'Jeannene'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: commelinaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 0 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, clumping, mass-planting

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia 'Jeannene'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An Intrinsic Introduction! Our own purple selection. Robust plants to 18" with deep green foliage. Reblooms in fall. Full sun, well drained to wet soil. Named for my sister-in-law.

By: Intrinsic Perennial Gardens

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How to Grow Tradescantia 'Jeannene'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 12"-18"

sun - mostly shade
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