Tradescantia 'Radtrad'

42.14440918, -87.78640747

42.14784622, -87.79283142

42.1478653, -87.79282379

Spiderwort

Bright, periwinkle blue flowers are accentuated with golden stamens from June through October on this selection noted for an extended season of flower.

Tradescantia is adaptable to many types of soil, as long as it is moist and well-drained. It will grow in any amount of sunlight, from full sun to full shade. In full sun, plants must be kept moist to prevent scorching. Plants will have nicer foliage, though perhaps fewer flowers, in partial to full shade. After flowering declines, cut plants all the way back. This will encourage new growth and a second round of bloom.

Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Bloom Time:
May - June
July - August
September - October
Bloom Color:
Blue
Landscape Use:
Bedding or Border
Specimen Plant
Groundcover
Wildlife Interest:
Attracts Butterflies
Native to Midwest
Plant Type:
Perennial
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9