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Tradescantia ‘Purple Profusion’
Spiderwort |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.520.660
This American hybrid selection has narrow grassy green foliage, forming a compact mound studded with a summer-long display of small triangular rich royal-purple flowers. 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 ‘Purple Profusion’
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Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
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Flower Colour Purple
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer Early Fall
Foliage Color Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Edging Rabbit Resistant Massed Waterside
Height 30-45 cm 12-18 inches
Spread 45-60 cm 18-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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