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Tradescantia virginiana

 

Virginia Spiderwort is a lovely perennial in the Commelinaceae family that comes in shades of
blue and purple. Although it prefers soil on the wet side, it can handle both full sun and full shade. Virginia Spiderwort has edible flowers that have sometimes been used in teas. It makes a great border in a rain or cottage garden.

Key Info

Scientific Name: Tradescantia virginiana
Common Names: Virginia Spiderwort
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Flower Color: Blue, purple

Additional Info

Habit: Arching, clumping, spreading
Height: 1.5' - 3'
Spread: 1' - 1.5'
Soil Conditions: Clay, loam, sand, high organic matter
Leaves: Linear, whorled
Flowers (or reproductive structures: 3 petals
Fruit: Capsules
USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-9
Pollination: Bees and butterflies