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Tradescantia 'Little Doll'
Also Known As
- Little Doll Spiderwort
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 8"-12"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Tradescantia 'Little Doll' plant details
Tradescantia 'Little Doll' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia 'Little Doll'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: commelinaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia 'Little Doll'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
Garden photo gallery of Tradescantia 'Little Doll'
Gardening facts about Tradescantia 'Little Doll' plant
How to Grow Tradescantia 'Little Doll'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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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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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 4"-18"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 6"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Vine
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 11"
Width: 15"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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