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Tradescantia ohiensis

Also Known As

  • Bluejacket
  • Ohio Spiderwort

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 1'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Tradescantia ohiensis plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia ohiensis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: commelinaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, native plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia ohiensis

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The delightful deep blue flowers of Ohio Spiderwort bloom for an extended period in late spring and early summer. Tradescantia ohiensis can be planted with Smooth Penstemon for a fantastic color combination. Spiderworts go dormant in summer, so plant them with other later-blooming prairie flowers and grasses. Hardy to Zones 3 - 9.

Gardening facts about Tradescantia ohiensis plant

How to Grow Tradescantia ohiensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Texture

    • grassy
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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