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Tradescantia 'Jeannene'
Also Known As
- Tradescantia x andersoniana 'Jeannene'
- Jeannene Spiderwort
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 18"
- W: 15"
planting zones
- 7a-10b
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
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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
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- even moisture - regular
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