Tradescantia pallida [giant purple form]

Also Known As

Tradescantia pallida 'Giant Purple Heart'
Giant Purple Heart

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

8b-11

Tradescantia pallida [giant purple form] plant details

Tradescantia pallida [giant purple form] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia pallida [giant purple form]

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: commelinaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia pallida [giant purple form]

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Wide velvet purple foliage. Slower growing than 'Purple Heart'

By: Avant Gardens

A more robust Purple Heart Jew with larger, somewhat rounded, deep purple foliage and delicate pink flowers. An excellent ground cover for well drained soils. Item # 3085

By: Almost Eden

Gardening facts about Tradescantia pallida [giant purple form] plant

How to Grow Tradescantia pallida [giant purple form]

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen

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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

9a-12

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 12"-18"

sun - mostly shade
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