Suited to regions: | Subtropical |
Plant type: | Indoor Plants |
Height: | 30 cm |
Spread: | 50 cm |
Flowering time: | Summer |
Tolerances: | |
Garden uses: | Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas |
Garden styles: | Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical |
Easy to grow? | Yes |
Maintenance requirements | Low |
Growth rate | Medium |
Tradescantia sillamontana is a popular houseplant owing to its interest foliage and flowers. It hosts green foliage with a velvet covering that is soft to touch. The leaves are held off upright stems and become adorned with pink flowers during summer. This herbaceous perennial typically grows to 30 cm tall and 50 cm wide, performing best when positioned in full sun or partial shade with a well-drained soil, and protected from cold and drafts. This Tradescantia is perfect for growing indoors or for planting around protected outdoor living areas.
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