Tradescantia bracteata
Also Known As
- Prairie Spiderwort
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 1'
planting zones
- 3a-7b
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
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
Landscape groups by tags
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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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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 4"-18"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 6"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Vine
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 11"
Width: 15"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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