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Tradescantia 'Nanouk'
Also Known As
- Nanouk Inch Plant
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 6"-15"
- W: 12"-36"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Tradescantia 'Nanouk' plant details
Tradescantia 'Nanouk' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia 'Nanouk'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: commelinaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green, pink, variegated and white
- Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 15 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia 'Nanouk'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Tradescantia 'Nanouk'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- pink
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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