Tradescantia ‘Red Grape’
Spiderwort |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.520.680
This American hybrid selection has narrow grassy foliage, forming a compact mound studded with a summer-long display of small triangular dusky wine-red flowers, over grey-green leaves. Flowering will continue all summer if old blooms are removed. Spiderworts appreciate a moist, rich soil, and will even tolerate wet sites beside a stream or pond. Trim back in midsummer if plants get scruffy. Clumps may be easily divided in early spring. Attractive to butterflies.
Further details for
Tradescantia ‘Red Grape’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Red
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer Early Fall
Foliage Color Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Rabbit Resistant Massed Waterside
Flower Head Size Small
Height 40-45 cm 16-18 inches
Spread 45-60 cm 18-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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