Cobweb Spiderwort

Tradescantia Sillamontana

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Overview

Tradescantia sillamontana, or Cobweb Spiderwort, is a perennial succulent reaching 12-18 inches in height and width. It features distinctive, fleshy leaves blanketed in silvery hairs, giving a cobwebbed appearance. Drought-tolerant and preferring full sun to partial shade, it blooms in summer, showcasing small, three-petaled, magenta-pink flowers. Ideal for xeriscaping and suitable for containers, it adds a textured, silvery accent to the landscape. Zones 7-10.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 6–10Climate Subtropical

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — is a perennial succulent reaching 12-18 inches in height and width

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — is a perennial succulent reaching 12-18 inches in height and width

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — Drought-tolerant and preferring full sun to partial shade

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — scientifically known as Tradescantia sillamontana

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — is a distinctive perennial plant that brings an exotic touch to any landscape design

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — Ideal for xeriscaping and suitable for containers, it adds a textured, silvery accent to the landscape

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — this succulent member of the Commelinaceae family is hardy and well-adapted to a variety of garden settings

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 6–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 6–8 Inches
Mature width: 16–20 Inches

Classification

Family: Commelinaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — It features distinctive, fleshy leaves blanketed in silvery hairs, giving a cobwebbed appearance

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — is a perennial succulent reaching 12-18 inches in height and width

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — Drought-tolerant and preferring full sun to partial shade

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — scientifically known as Tradescantia sillamontana

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — is a distinctive perennial plant that brings an exotic touch to any landscape design

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — Ideal for xeriscaping and suitable for containers, it adds a textured, silvery accent to the landscape

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — this succulent member of the Commelinaceae family is hardy and well-adapted to a variety of garden settings

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — Hailing from the arid regions of Northeast Mexico

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — particularly in USDA zones 7 through 10.<br><br>Characterized by its fleshy

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — which serves as a protective adaptation against intense sunlight and dehydration.<br><br>Spring to summer

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — three-petaled flowers that range from vivid magenta to purple

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — the Cobweb Spiderwort reaches an average height of 12 to 18 inches

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — Tradescantia sillamontana requires well-drained soil and thrives best in full sun to partial shade

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — creating an attractive contrast with its fuzzy foliage

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — Although drought-tolerant once established

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — It also has the added benefit of being deer-resistant

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — a regular watering schedule during the first growing season is crucial to develop a deep

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — rendering it all the more suitable for varied landscapes

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — consider placing the Cobweb Spiderwort where its unique foliage can be appreciated

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — pink flowers in the garden

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — <br><br>When preparing the landscape design for the client

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — and make sure to inform them of its low maintenance needs and adaptation to less water-reliant environments

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — It features distinctive, fleshy leaves blanketed in silvery hairs, giving a cobwebbed appearance; which serves

Cobweb Spiderwort (Tradescantia Sillamontana) — is a perennial succulent reaching 12-18 inches in height and width; ideal for xeriscaping and suitable for

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