Tradescantia spathacea cv

Also Known As

Moses in the Cradle

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

10a-11

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Tradescantia spathacea cv plant details

Tradescantia spathacea cv is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia spathacea cv

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: commelinaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen gold
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia spathacea cv

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tawny gold form of Moses in the Cradle.

By: Avant Gardens

Gardening facts about Tradescantia spathacea cv plant

How to Grow Tradescantia spathacea cv

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- gold
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen

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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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