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TRADESCANTIA 'Osprey'
Commonly known as Spiderwort, Trinity flower
Large white flowers with blue stamen filaments
Further Reading....
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Evergreen
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WhiteWhite with blue stamens
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Height40-60cm (16-24in)
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Spread45-60cm (18-24in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Tufted, clump-forming perennial with erect, branching stems and arching, narrowly lance-shaped pointed leaves to 35cm (14in) long. Produces 3-petalled flowers 2.5-4cm (1-1½in) across.
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
TRADESCANTIA 'Osprey'
- Details
- Description
- Mature Size
- Tips and Advice
- Goes Well With
- Planting Combinations
- Other Suggestions
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesAphids, vine weevil.Place of originNorth, South and Central America
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous borderCoastal / windsweptCottage gardenPatio / pot plantsTown garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Toxic - Category CMay cause skin allergyPeople
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Tradescantia - Care Guide
40-60cm (16-24in)
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