Description
Blue And Gold Spiderwort is a colorful perennial that combines brilliant foliage with vivid blooms for months of garden interest. Striking royal blue flowers appear from early through late summer, standing out beautifully against grassy foliage that emerges bright gold in spring before maturing to chartreuse. This eye-catching contrast makes Blue And Gold Spiderwort an excellent choice for brightening shaded borders, woodland gardens, and naturalized landscapes, especially when planted in drifts.
Fast growing and easy to maintain, Blue And Gold Spiderwort thrives in partial shade to full shade with evenly moist, well-drained soil. Its nectar-rich flowers attract butterflies while deer generally leave it alone. As the foliage may go dormant later in the season, pairing Blue And Gold Spiderwort with late-blooming perennials helps maintain a full and colorful garden display. This versatile perennial is ideal for mass plantings, border edging, and adding long-lasting color and texture to the landscape.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
*This plant may not be in bloom at the time of purchase. Whether pre- or post-bloom, rest assured it’s healthy—just not at its showiest.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Tradescantia x andersoniana 'Blue And Gold'
Color: royal blue
Light: part sun – full shade
Watering: around once per week
Soil: moist, well draining
Zone: 3 – 8
Plant Shape: upright spreading
Plant Type: herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (18″), width (18″)
Blooming Season: early – late summer
Growth Rate: fast
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