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Tradescantia ohioensis

Ohio spiderwort

Ohio spiderwort is native to New England despite the name, and forms attractive perennial clumps with three-petaled flowers that bloom in late spring, and if cut back, again in the fall. Tolerant of drought once established, this species makes an interesting, long-blooming addition to borders, meadows, and open woodlands.

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Height: 18-36 in
Spread: 18-30 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Dry
Average
Ecoregion
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Bees
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
Drought Tolerant
Urban Environment
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Naturalize
Massing
Rain Garden
Growth Habit
Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


Ohio spiderwort - Tradescantia ohioensis from Native Plant Trust
Ohio spiderwort - Tradescantia ohioensis from Native Plant Trust
Ohio spiderwort - Tradescantia ohioensis from Native Plant Trust