Tradescantia zebrina ‘Deep Purple’
$12.50
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Tradescantia zebrina ‘Deep Purple’
$12.50
Tradescantia zebrina ‘Deep Purple’
Description
A fast-growing, trailing houseplant with pointed, slightly succulent leaves in rich wine-purple tones. Each leaf features bold, metallic silver-green stripes that shimmer in good light. It spills beautifully from shelves and hanging planters and is famously easygoing—great impact, low drama.
Care Guide
Light
- Bright indirect light is ideal
- Can handle some direct sun
- More light = deeper purple and stronger striping
- Low light = greener, leggier growth
Water
- Water when the top 1 inch of soil dries
- Prefers evenly moist but never soggy
- Very forgiving if you miss a watering
Humidity
- Average household humidity is fine
- No need to baby it
Temperature
- Happy between 60–85°F
- Avoid cold drafts and frost
Soil
- Well-draining potting mix
- Standard houseplant soil with added perlite works perfectly
Fertilizer
- Optional but appreciated
- Half-strength balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks in spring/summer
Maintenance
- Pinch regularly to keep it full and bushy
- Pruning encourages branching and prevents legginess
- Cuttings root ridiculously fast in water or soil
Toxicity
- Mildly irritating to pets if chewed (sap can cause mouth irritation)