Tradescantia 'Sweetness' is a fast-growing trailing variety, admired for its soft variegated foliage in shades of green, cream, and blush pink. As new growth emerges, the colours continue to develop, creating an ever-changing display along cascading stems. The smooth, slightly succulent leaves and naturally spreading habit make this a distinctive foliage plant with year-round interest.
Exclusive to us in New Zealand! This variety has a provisional Plant Variety Right (PVR) pending, meaning we hold the exclusive rights to grow it in NZ.
Habitat: Ideal temperatures 18 - 30 degrees, out of draughts/cold breezes. For a more bushy plant, trim stems regularly.
Light: Bright, indirect light. Low light will dull variegation.
Water: Keep soil moist, not wet, watering when top two inches of soil have dried out.
Fertiliser: Will benefit from the application of a balanced plant fertiliser during peak growth periods.
The botanical name of this variety is Tradescantia cerinthoides, which is not prohibited unlike the fluminesis cultivars.
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Sold in quantities of 13 x 12cm plants per box. Please note, only two separate varieties may be mixed in one box for shipping.
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Exclusive to us in New Zealand! This variety has a provisional Plant Variety Right (PVR) pending, meaning we hold the exclusive rights to grow it in NZ.
The botanical name of this variety is Tradescantia cerinthoides, which is not prohibited unlike the fluminesis cultivars.
Sold in quantities of 13 x 12cm plants per box. Please note, only two separate varieties may be mixed in one box for shipping.