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Prairie Spiderwort

Prairie Spiderwort

Jean-Pol GRANDMONT, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Tradescantia occidentalis
Family: Commelinaceae (Spiderwort Family)

Prairie Spiderwort prefers sun or light shade and moist, well-drained soils. It's a great addition to a wildflower border.

  • Scientific Name: Tradescantia occidentalis
  • Common Names: Prairie Spiderwort, Western Spiderwort, Spiderwort
  • Family: Commelinaceae (Spiderwort Family)
  • Growth Habit:  Perennial
  • Height: Up to 3 feet
  • Leaves: Linear
  • Flowers: Violet, Purple
  • Bloom Time: June, July
  • Wildlife Benefits: Attracts native bees.

Where to Find It

  • Interested in adding Prairie Spiderwort to your garden? Check if this is in stock or add to cart to purchase directly from our Natives Nursery.

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