GardenAway

Sorry, news is not available in your browser

Tradescantia 'Pink Chablis' (Andersoniana Group)

Family Commelinaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 40 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Tradescantia 'Pink Chablis' (Andersoniana Group) (spiderwort) yields showy, bright pink and repeat-blooming blossoms during late spring to early autumn. This plant is clump forming and has matte and medium textured foliage that is medium green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, edging, ground cover and waterfront.
Special Characteristics Tradescantia 'Pink Chablis' (Andersoniana Group) has a natural resistance to rabbits. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Tradescantia 'Pink Chablis' (Andersoniana Group) (spiderwort) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.