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

Bright rosy-purple flowers sitting atop sturdy stalks above cool-green clumps of day-lily-like leaves provide a long-season of color. S-PSh/M

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

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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

9a-12

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 12"-18"

sun - mostly shade
regular - drought tolerant

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