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Zigzag Spiderwort

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Tradescantia subaspera

Long blooming perennial for the woodland garden.

Credit: Gillian Harris

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Credit: Barb Martin

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Credit: Jennifer Collins Gober

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Credit: Barb Martin

Light

Part Shade
Shade

Moisture

Medium

Bloom Color

Lavender

Height

2 - 3 ft

Bloom Season

Spring, Summer
Sun: Part Shade, Shade
Bloom Season: Spring, Summer
Bloom Color: Lavender
Wildlife:

Notes

Distinctive zigzag stems and wider leaves than other spiderworts. Foliage declines after bloom; cut back to ground to refresh.

More Information

USDA PLANTS Propagation Profile
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Credit: Barb Martin

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Credit: Jennifer Collins Gober

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Credit: Barb Martin