Tradescantia virginiana 'Caerulea Plena'
Also Known As
- Tradescantia 'Caerulea Plena'
- Caerulea Plena Spiderwort
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-16"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Tradescantia virginiana 'Caerulea Plena' plant details
Tradescantia virginiana 'Caerulea Plena' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 virginiana 'Caerulea Plena'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: commelinaceae
- Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 16 IN - tall
- Uses: container plant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia virginiana 'Caerulea Plena'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly 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 virginiana 'Caerulea Plena' plant
How to Grow Tradescantia virginiana 'Caerulea Plena'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Zones
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