Tradescantia occidentalis (Prairie Spiderwort) tolerates poor drainage summer Mature height 6-12 ft

summer Mature height 6-12 ft Mature width 1-3 ft Attracts Butterflies

peppers Deer resistant Yes Notes Needs good drainage

It blooms in the summer

Its blooms are a lovely bright pink color

Young plants should be protected from herbivores such as rabbits

Tradescantia occidentalis (Prairie Spiderwort) tolerates poor drainage summer Mature height 6-12 ftAlso known as Western Spiderwort. Prairie Spiderwort is a perennial with narrow and blue violet to rose blooms close that close by mid day and only last one day. It grows in well draining soils in sun or light shade. It is heat and drought tolerant. Tradescantia species will hybridize easily. Young growth should be protected from slugs. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Sun to part shade Bloom color Pink, blue, purple Bloom time