Tradescantia ohiensis
Common Spiderwort
Blue-green foliage and bright blue flowers that open in the morning and close by noon. Prefers moist soils. Attracts butterflies, bees and parasitic bees.
- Height: 24" – 36"
- Width: 18" – 24"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Blue
- Bloom Time: May, June, July
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 9
Plant Characteristics
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Attributes
- Green Roof Semi Intensive
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Mound
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Light Conditions
- Sun to Part Shade
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Native Plant Community
- Dry Prairie
- Mesis Prairie
- Savanna
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Flower Color
- Blue
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Flower Hue
- Dark
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Flower Type
- Panicle
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Flower Height
- 24" to 36"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Coarse
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1"
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Prune Time
- After Blooming
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Growth Rate
- Fast
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg