Tradescantia fluminensis 'Gold Wing'
Also Known As
- Gold Wing Spiderwort
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 4"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 10a-10b
Tradescantia fluminensis 'Gold Wing' plant details
Tradescantia fluminensis 'Gold Wing' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with gold foliage. cream flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia fluminensis 'Gold Wing'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: commelinaceae
- Foliage: evergreen gold
- Mature size: 6 IN wide, 4 IN tall
- Flowers: cream blooms
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia fluminensis 'Gold Wing'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 10b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Avant Gardens
Gardening facts about Tradescantia fluminensis 'Gold Wing' plant
How to Grow Tradescantia fluminensis 'Gold Wing'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- gold
Flower Color
- cream
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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