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Spiderwort AKA Spider Lily, Purple Seeds (Certified Organic)

The unusual ("spider-like) flowers have three petals each, and the whole plant has a rather tropical appearance!

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$3.50
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Details

Spiderwort is a distinctive perennial plant noted for its charming, light purple flowers, each bloom composed of three delicate petals surrounding vibrant central stamens tipped with eye-catching chartreuse anthers. The plant forms attractive clumps with graceful, arching, grass-like foliage, making it an excellent choice for edging garden beds. Spiderwort thrives in moist soils and grows well in a variety of climates, from cold to tropical, preferring partial to full shade and moderate watering. This fast-growing, clumping perennial typically reaches about 12 inches tall, blooming profusely in spring and summer.

While spiderwort seeds can initially be challenging to germinate, established plants become exceptionally low-maintenance, reliably returning year after year with minimal care. Each morning during bloom season, new flowers appear, replacing the previous day's spent blossoms, creating a beautiful daily display. These nectar-rich flowers attract honeybees and other pollinators, adding ecological value to the garden. The blossoms also contain a purplish dye, which can stain hands and clothing during seed harvesting, offering a charming reminder of spiderwort’s vivid beauty.

Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!

Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.

Additional Info

Botanical Name Tradescantia virginiana
Life Cycle Perennial
Min. Time to Germinate 30 Days
Max. Time to Germinate 40 Days
Depth to Sow Seeds Just Cover; barely cover with soil
When to Sow Indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost
Growing Height 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Plant Spacing 6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness USDA Zone 4a: to -25F, USDA Zone 4b: to -20F, USDA Zone 5a: to -15F, USDA Zone 5b: to -10F, USDA Zone 6a: to -5F, USDA Zone 6b: to 0F, USDA Zone 7a: to 5F, USDA Zone 7b: to 10F, USDA Zone 8a: to 15F, USDA Zone 8b: to 20F, USDA Zone 9a: to 25F, USDA Zone 9b: to 30F
Sun Exposure Full Sun, Sun to Partial Shade
Danger N/A
Bloom Color Purple
Bloom Time Late Spring/Early Summer, Late Summer/Early Fall, Mid-Summer
Foliage Herbaceous
Other Details Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater, This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Soil pH Requirements 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Propagation Methods By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets), From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Seed Collecting Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Seeds Per Pack 50