Tradescantia
A succession of deep violet-blue, three-petalled flowers up to 7cm (3in) across, lasting just one day, from June to September. These hardy tradescantias are perfect the middle of a mixed or herbaceous border. For the best results chose a reliably moist spot in sun or partial shade and stake with twiggy pea sticks well before the flowers appear.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moist, fertile soil (or loam-less potting compost for container-grown specimens)Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to September Flower colour: deep violet-blueOther features: sword-shaped, mid-green leaves; contact with the foliage may cause skin irritationHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Cut back the flowered stems to prolong flowering and prevent the plant from self-seeding. Lift and divide congested colonies in autumn or spring. Stake with twiggy pea sticks well before the flowers appear |
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