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Tradescantia pallida 'Kartuz Giant'
Also Known As
- Setcreasea pallida 'Kartuz Giant'
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 10a-10b
Tradescantia pallida 'Kartuz Giant' plant details
Tradescantia pallida 'Kartuz Giant' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with purple foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tradescantia pallida 'Kartuz Giant'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: commelinaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen purple
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
- Uses: clumping, container plant, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tradescantia pallida 'Kartuz Giant'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Avant Gardens
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How to Grow Tradescantia pallida 'Kartuz Giant'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- purple
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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