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Tradescantia zebrina 'Purpusii'

Also Known As

Zebrina pendula 'Purpusii'
Zebrina purpusii
Purpusii Silver Inch Plant

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

9a-10b

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Tradescantia zebrina 'Purpusii' plant details

Tradescantia zebrina 'Purpusii' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia zebrina 'Purpusii'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: commelinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia zebrina 'Purpusii'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zebrina pendula purpusii is a mounding cascading plant with broad ovate leaves which are bronze and purple, becoming much deeper in bright light..lavender flowers.