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    Tradescantia virginiana

    Also Known As

    • Spider Lily
    • Spiderwort

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 2'
    • W: 2'

    planting zones

    • 7a-9b

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    Tradescantia virginiana plant details

    Tradescantia virginiana is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring purple and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia virginiana

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: commelinaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
    Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, cottage garden, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia virginiana

    USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
    Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Spiky, iris-like leaves with pretty flowers in shades of blue and white. Likes shade but can do a bit of sun too. Assorted colors.

    By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

    Gardening facts about Tradescantia virginiana plant

    How to Grow Tradescantia virginiana

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade - shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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