Tradescantia virginiana
common spiderwort
Flower Colors
Description
An upright perennial to a height of 50cm with slightly succulent, narrow, green leaves that can reach 35cm long. In summer clusters of light purple, blue or purple three-petalled flowers are borne
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
UprightSpreading
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
SandLoamClayChalk
Soil pH
NeutralAlkalineAcid
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedPoorly-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H6
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 4-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Cottage and informal gardenWildlife gardensFlower borders and bedsWall side borders