Ernest's Spiderwort (Tradescantia Ernestiana) is a perennial herb in the Commelinaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Tradescantia ernestiana is a clump-forming perennial plant native to parts of the United States, including Missouri, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia.

Ernest's Spiderwort

Ernest's Spiderwort

Tradescantia Ernestiana

Tradescantia ernestiana is a clump-forming perennial plant native to parts of the United States, including Missouri, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Ernest's Spiderwort

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
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Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Taxonomy

Family:Commelinaceae
Genus:Tradescantia