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Tradescantia virginiana 'Caerulea Plena'

Family Commelinaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 40 - 50 cm (16 - 20 in)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Tradescantia virginiana 'Caerulea Plena' (spiderwort) bears faded purple flowers during early summer to early fall. The foliage is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container and waterfront.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Tradescantia virginiana 'Caerulea Plena' . This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits.