Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Purple Dome'
Also Known As
- Tradescantia andersoniana 'Purple Dome'
- Purple Dome Spiderwort
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Purple Dome' plant details
Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Purple Dome' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average, lean and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Purple Dome'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: commelinaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Purple Dome'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, lean and rich
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Purple Dome' plant
How to Grow Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Purple Dome'
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-18"
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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- even moisture - regular
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