Tradescantia 'Red Grape'
Also Known As
- Red Grape Spiderwort
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 18"-20"
- W: 18"-24"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Tradescantia 'Red Grape' plant details
Tradescantia 'Red Grape' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia 'Red Grape'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: commelinaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 20 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia 'Red Grape'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Tradescantia 'Red Grape' plant
How to Grow Tradescantia 'Red Grape'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- 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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- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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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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