Native - American

Tradescantia ohiensis

Ohio Spiderwort

Plant Type: Native - American

Exposure: Sun Tolerant Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade

FULL sun to MORNING sun/AFTERNOON shade

Showy clusters of blue or rose flowers bloom on erect stems late May to early July. Each flower opens for one day. Cut back to 6-12" in mid summer to encourage new growth and possible fall bloom.

Height

30"

Spread

18-30"

Growth Habit

FILLER (mounded)

Tradescantia ohiensis Plant Care:

Prefers moist, acidic, sandy soil.

USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 4 (-30/-20F)

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Ohio Spiderwort Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

MIDSEASON (May-June), LATE (July-frost)

Mid Season (May - June)

Late Season (July - frost)

Soil Moisture Needs

Low to moderate soil moisture.

Average

Moderate