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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

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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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tradescantia ‘Nanouk’ is a trailing houseplant displaying colorful, pointed, striped leaves of green, light and deep pink. Easy to grow for hanging baskets, or as a cascading planter. Plant in well-drained soil with regular watering. Pinch tips to encourage fuller branching. The colors are best in bright light.

Gardening facts about Tradescantia 'Nanouk' plant

How to Grow Tradescantia 'Nanouk'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • pink
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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