Sweet Kate Spiderwort

Golden grasslike leaves, bright purple flowers, striking color contrast

Botanical Name- Tradescantia Sweet Kate

Pronunciation- trad-eh-SKAN-shuh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Average to moist, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Violet blue

Bloom Time- June - August

Companion Plants- Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie' (chartreuse blades vs pink leaves)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, bumblebees, pollinating flies

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP2

Yearly Care Instructions- Deadhead spent blooms; water moderately and cut back in fall if needed.

Trimming Instructions- Trim back in early spring to rejuvenate growth. Deadhead to prolong blooming.

Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Ensure clay is moderately moist and well-aerated.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone

Possible Issues- Rust, aphids