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Tradescantia virginiana
Also Known As
- Spider Lily
- Spiderwort
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 7a-9b
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
By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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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
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Tradescantia for your garden
aka Tradescantia sillamontana 'White Velvet', Cobweb Spiderwort, White Gossamer, White Velvet, White Velvet Gossamer Plant, White Velvet Tradescantia
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Tradescantia 'Blushing Bride', Tradescantia 'First Blush', Tradescantia 'Maiden's Blush', Tradescantia x andersoniana 'Blushing Bride', Blushing Bride Lady's Tears, Blushing Bride Virginia Spiderwort, Maiden's Blush Spiderwort
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 4"-18"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Godzilla Spider Lily, Godzilla Spiderwort
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 6"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Setcreasea pallida, Setcreasea pallida 'Purple Heart', Setcreasea purpurea, Tradescantia pallida 'Purpurea', Purple Heart Spiderwort
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Vine
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry in winter
aka Regal Charm Tradescantia
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 11"
Width: 15"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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