Tradescantia bracteata

Also Known As

Prairie Spiderwort

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'

planting zones

3a-7b

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Tradescantia bracteata plant details

Tradescantia bracteata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia bracteata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: commelinaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia bracteata

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Prairie Spiderwort (Tradescantia bracteata) is a deep blue hue that mixes beautifully with the pink of the Western Spiderwort to form a low-growing spring carpet of color. It spreads by both seed and underground rhizomes in dry, sandy soils. Also known as Long-bracted Spiderwort. Hardy to Zones 3 - 7.

By: Prairie Nursery

Gardening facts about Tradescantia bracteata plant

How to Grow Tradescantia bracteata

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- clay
- average
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy

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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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