Spiderwort (Tradescantia virginiana)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

Spiderwort
Tradescantia virginiana

Flowers of Spiderwort
Flowers of Spiderwort
 
Features
Violet purple flowers with three petals. 
 
Culture
Full sun to partial shade; moist, well drained soils.  
 
Mature Height
2-3 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 9 
 
Bloom Color
Purple
 
 
Bloom Season
April - July
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.
 
Additional Notes

Found in meadows and along the edges of woods. Plants may become unkempt in summer and can be cut back.