Purple Heart (Tradescantia Pallida) is a perennial groundcover in the Commelinaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Tradescantia pallida is a tender evergreen perennial native to northeast Mexico, cultivated for its striking purple foliage and trailing habit.
Purple Heart
Tradescantia Pallida
Tradescantia pallida is a tender evergreen perennial native to northeast Mexico, cultivated for its striking purple foliage and trailing habit.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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