Blue and Gold Tradescantia
Tradescantia × andersoniana
trad-es-KAN-tee-uh an-der-soh-NEE-uh-nuh
Perennials: Flower
Zone
3: -40° to -30°
Min. Temp
Hardy: 28°
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Variegated
Fall Foliage
Blue-Green
Flower Color
Blue
Blooming Time
Late Spring - Early Summer
Habit
Upright
Height
12–18 in
Spread
12–18 in
Form
Star
Characteristics
Type
Cultivar
Safety
Toxic to Dogs/Cats
Growth Rate
Moderate
Tolerance/Resistance
Drought Tolerant
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators
Uses/Placement
Groundcover
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun - Part Shade
Soil Texture
Loamy
Soil Drainage
Moderately well-drained
Soil Moisture
Average to Moist
Soil PH
Slightly Acidic: 6.0-6.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly acidic soil
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Moderate Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Balanced Fertilizer
Fertilizer Timing
Pre-Bloom
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial
Care
Care Level
Low
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Aggressive Spreader
Propagation Method
Benefits from Pollinators
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Spring or Fall Division