Perennial
Tradescantia 'Sweet Kate'
Spiderwort
Plant Type: Perennial
Exposure: Sun Tolerant Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade
FULL sun to MORNING sun/AFTERNOON shade
Compact, clump-forming plant; triangular, gentian-blue blossoms with sulphur-yellow stamens contrast sharply with the glowing gold foliage. Long blooming. Protect from scorching afternoon sun. Vigorous and long-blooming. This plant has been seen at Wine Country Gardens used as a very effective component in mixed container gardens. (syn. `Blue & Gold')
Height12" |
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Spread12" |
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Growth HabitFILLER (mounded) |
Landscape Application:
The perfect choice for beds and borders. Superb for landscape containers.
Tradescantia 'Sweet Kate' Plant Care:
Prefers moist, acidic organic soil. Tolerates wet soil. Deadhead to extend bloom time. Shear after flowering to refresh foliage.
USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 3 (-40/-30F)
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