Tradescantia Zebra 'Violet Hill'

Tradescantia Zebra 'Violet Hill' is a stunning plant with unique foliage that will add a whimsy to any indoor or outdoor space. The leaves are a bright green colour with prominent white stripes running down the centre of each leaf, and they have a gorgeous violet undertone.

In the wild, Tradescantia Zebra 'Violet Hill' is native to Mexico and South America, where it grows as a ground cover in humid and shady areas. It is a perennial plant that can reach up to 18 inches in height and 24 inches in width. The plant grows by producing trailing stems that spread out and root at the nodes, forming a dense mat of foliage.

When grown as a houseplant, Tradescantia Zebra 'Violet Hill' can adapt to a variety of lighting conditions, but it prefers bright, indirect light. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires only occasional watering and is not too fussy about humidity levels. With proper care, it can grow up to 12 inches in height and 18 inches in width.

Overall, Tradescantia Zebra 'Violet Hill' is a unique and easy-to-grow plant that is perfect for any plant enthusiast looking to add a touch of colour and texture to their indoor or outdoor space.

It looks beautiful in a hanging basket or container. They grow and hang over the sides. It’s a classic 70s houseplant making a huge comeback - for a good reason, its stunning easy-care nature makes it hard not to love! 

This interesting houseplant makes the perfect gift for any occasion: Mother's Day, Father's Day, Valentine's Day, and even a Christmas gift. When gifting, we can include a free, handwritten card - specify your message at the basket stage of delivery, and we’ll do the rest!  We won’t give the game away with paperwork or prices, so it’ll be a wonderful surprise!

Tradescantia Zebra care

Tradescantia is easy to care for and suitable for beginners.

How should I water this houseplant?

Water when the top few inches of soil feel dry to the touch, soak through and leave until dry again. Be careful to ensure the plant isn’t left sitting in water as it won’t like that!

Should I feed Tradescantia Zebra Violet Hill?

You can water once a month during spring and summer; try our vegan, organic plant food. 

Is this plant toxic to pets?

Yes, this could cause problems if a pet nibbled it.

What size is this houseplant?

W12cm  

All our houseplants come in a plastic nursery pot