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SWEET KATE SPIDERWORT -
12-15 Inches Tall 18-24 Inches Wide--
Tradescantia 'Sweet Kate' is a vibrant, clump-forming perennial prized for its intense, golden-yellow foliage that acts as a stunning beacon in the garden. Unlike many of its counterparts with darker green leaves, 'Sweet Kate' creates a brilliant contrast in a border, especially when paired with plants that have darker or cooler foliage colors. In late spring and throughout the summer, it produces clusters of striking, deep blue-purple flowers with bright yellow stamens that stand out clearly against the chartreuse backdrop. Its upright-to-arching habit gives it a tidy, grassy texture that remains a highlight even when not in full bloom.
As a hardy perennial in USDA Zones 4-9, 'Sweet Kate' will return reliably each year. It performs best in a spot with full sun to part shade; while it loves the sun, it may appreciate a bit of afternoon shade in the hottest climates to prevent the foliage from scorching. It thrives in average-to-moist, well-drained soil and is quite adaptable to various conditions. To maintain its neat appearance and encourage a fresh flush of foliage and flowers, simply cut the plant back by about half once the initial bloom cycle begins to fade.
Tradescantia andersoniana 'Sweet Kate'
Part Sun Shade
blue flower
Zone: 4
12-15 Inches Tall 18-24 Inches Wide--
Tradescantia 'Sweet Kate' is a vibrant, clump-forming perennial prized for its intense, golden-yellow foliage that acts as a stunning beacon in the garden. Unlike many of its counterparts with darker green leaves, 'Sweet Kate' creates a brilliant contrast in a border, especially when paired with plants that have darker or cooler foliage colors. In late spring and throughout the summer, it produces clusters of striking, deep blue-purple flowers with bright yellow stamens that stand out clearly against the chartreuse backdrop. Its upright-to-arching habit gives it a tidy, grassy texture that remains a highlight even when not in full bloom.
As a hardy perennial in USDA Zones 4-9, 'Sweet Kate' will return reliably each year. It performs best in a spot with full sun to part shade; while it loves the sun, it may appreciate a bit of afternoon shade in the hottest climates to prevent the foliage from scorching. It thrives in average-to-moist, well-drained soil and is quite adaptable to various conditions. To maintain its neat appearance and encourage a fresh flush of foliage and flowers, simply cut the plant back by about half once the initial bloom cycle begins to fade.
Tradescantia andersoniana 'Sweet Kate'
Part Sun Shade
blue flower
Zone: 4
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