Tradescantia Andersoniana Group
A group of hybrid, clump-forming garden perennials, with narrow, upright to arching, slightly fleshy leaves. Flowers are three petalled, in shades of white, pink and purple, and open in successional clusters, often over a long period from early summer to early autumn
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White Pink Purple | Green | ||
| Autumn | White Pink Purple | Green | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Commelinaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming, Tufted
- Potentially harmful
- Skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Genus
Tradescantia can be trailing or tufted perennials with usually fleshy, evergreen foliage and distinctive, 3-petalled flowers
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Flower production is better in full sun, but light afternoon shade is beneficial in areas with hot summers. Taller varieties may need support, see staking: perennials
Propagation
Propagate by division
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Deadhead regularly. Plants may be sheared back after the first flush of flowers to encourage fresh new growth
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, vine weevil, slugs and snails
Diseases
May be susceptible to fungal leaf spot and a rust
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