Height:

18.0 Inches

Spread:

24.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

3,4,5,6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Purple shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Early Summer Midsummer

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies Bee Friendly

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Eclectic Rain Garden

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Mass Planting

Origin:

Native to North America

Tradescantia is adaptable to many types of soil as long as it is moist and well-drained. It will grow in any amount of sunlight, from full sun to full shade. In full sun, plants must be kept moist to prevent scorching. Plants will have nicer foliage, though perhaps fewer flowers, in partial to full shade. After flowering declines, cut plants all the way back. This will encourage new growth and a second round of bloom.

This clump-forming perennial is easy to divide in either the spring or in early fall. Seedlings may sprout around the parent plant, but they are easily lifted and moved. Tradscantia is very attractive when planted in a naturalized area or by a pond or stream.

Growing Temperature:

60-65° F

Holding Temperature:

50-60° F

Soil PH:

5.8-6.2

EC (What is EC?):

1.5-2.5 pour through method

Fertility:

Feed at moderate rates of 75-125 ppm N at each watering.

For Controlled Release or Slow Release Fertilizer, see your preferred supplier for recommended rates for incorporation or top dressing, as it varies by fertilizer.

Vernalization:

Cold beneficial, provide 8-10 weeks of cold temperatures below 45° F.

Pests & Diseases:

Mites and thrips are the most problematic pests.

Leaf spotting from Colletotrichum (Anthracnose) or Phyllosticta can affect the foliage.

Potting & Timing:

Plant small plugs in late summer to bulk for the following spring sales. Bare root is a great spring planting option.

Moisture:

Moderate to moist conditions are best.

Planting Level:

Crown slightly below the soil line.

PGRs/Pinching:

Cool temperatures work well to keep the plants more compact. Small plugs should be pinched shortly after transplanting.

Lighting:

High light levels are best for optimum growth.

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