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Tradescantia tharpii

Family Commelinaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type
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Description The herbaceous perennial Tradescantia tharpii (spider lily) bears showy and faded fuchsia blossoms during late spring to mid-summer. The foliage is dark green in colour.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Tradescantia tharpii (spider lily) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.