Tradescantia x 'Sunshine Charm'

Spiderworts

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Common Name: 

Spiderworts

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green Yellow

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Maximum temperature: 

30°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Maximum height: 

60 cm

Maximum width: 

45 cm

Spiderworts (Tradescantia x 'Sunshine Charm') - Description

Tradescantia 'Sunshine Charm' adds a little sunshine to your garden and to your life. 'Sunshine Charm' forms a mound of grassy-looking leaves of a bright golden-yellow to chartreuse shade. The Violet purple color stands out beautifully on the bright foliage.

Spiderworts (Tradescantia x 'Sunshine Charm') - Blooming

Although most members of this genus are grown for their colorful foliage, some do have blue or pink flowers. The flowers are short-lived. Lengthen flowering by cutting back flowered stems.

Spiderworts (Tradescantia x 'Sunshine Charm') - Growth

Evergreen perennials. Known for being nearly indestructible plants. They grow with trailing stems and do well as potted plants but suffices as a ground cover in climates that permit it. Some species can be invasive. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Works well in a mixed or herbaceous border or in hanging baskets. Less hardy plants should be grown in a temperate or cool greenhouse, or as houseplants.

Spiderworts (Tradescantia x 'Sunshine Charm') - Planting

Propagate tender species from stem-rip cuttings at any time. Insert first in soil mix or water before potting up. Hardy species can be propagated by division in fall or spring.

Spiderworts (Tradescantia x 'Sunshine Charm') - Pest

Aphids and spider mites. Viruses also occur.

Spiderworts (Tradescantia x 'Sunshine Charm') - Interesting facts

Tradescantia is often spotted growing on disturbed sites in North, Central, and South America. It's also found in woodlands and scrubs. The foliage can irritate the skin upon contact.

Spiderworts (Tradescantia x 'Sunshine Charm') - Soil and irrigation

Water a moderate amount during the growing season, less in winter. Does best in rich, moist soil.

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