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Purple Heart
Tradescantia pallida
perennial☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water
A tropical perennial prized for its deep purple foliage that intensifies in full sun. Produces small pink or purple flowers but is grown primarily for its striking colored leaves.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 10a to Zone 11bSeasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummerFall
Succession Role
pioneer
Native Range
Mexico and Central America
Function & Care
pollinator nectarywildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation