Tradescantia pallida 'Blue Sue'

Also Known As

Setcreasea 'Blue Sue'
Purple Queen

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"
W: 6"

planting zones

9a-11

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Tradescantia pallida 'Blue Sue' plant details

Tradescantia pallida 'Blue Sue' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. lavender 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia pallida 'Blue Sue'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: commelinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia pallida 'Blue Sue'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A pretty form of Wandering Jew Plant with dusky blue gray foliage delicately rimmed with wine. Small lavender pink flowers peep from the leaf axils. 6-8" high with creeping stems, useful as an edging plant or flowing over pots.