Tradescantia [Andersoniana Group]
Also Known As
- Spiderwort
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Tradescantia [Andersoniana Group] plant details
Tradescantia [Andersoniana Group] is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia [Andersoniana Group]
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: commelinaceae
- Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: cottage garden, rock garden, self-sowing
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia [Andersoniana Group]
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Tradescantia [Andersoniana Group] plant
How to Grow Tradescantia [Andersoniana Group]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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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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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 4"-18"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Godzilla Spider Lily, Godzilla Spiderwort
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 6"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Vine
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry in winter
aka Regal Charm Tradescantia
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 11"
Width: 15"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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