Overview
Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' (v) is a trailing conservatory greenhouse in the genus Tradescantia, part of the Commelinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' (v) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and low maintenance.
About
Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' is a trailing, evergreen houseplant in the Commelinaceae prized for its container performance and foliage. It is suited to conservatory and greenhouse conditions as well as bright indoor spots. Plant prefers moist but well-drained loam or sandy substrates and benefits from bright light on east, south or west aspects. It flowers in the UK from June to September.
About the genus
Tradescantia is a genus of 85 species of herbaceous perennial wildflowers in the family Commelinaceae, native to the Americas from southern Canada to northern Argentina, including the West Indies. Members of the genus are known by many common names, including inchplant, wandering jew, wandering dude, spiderwort, dayflower and trad.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tradescantia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' (v) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Trailing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' (v)
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings using stem tips in spring or summer
- Pest resistance
- Red spider mite, Mealybugs, Aphids, Vine weevil, Thrips
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' (v)?
Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' (v) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' (v) need?
Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' (v) grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' (v) hardy in the UK?
Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' (v) has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Tradescantia zebrina 'Pink Paradise' (v)?
Softwood cuttings using stem tips in spring or summer.
More in the Tradescantia genus
- Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Blue Spider'
- Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Gisela'
- Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Iris Prichard'
- Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Little White Doll'
- Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Mariella'
- Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Mrs Loewer'
- Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Ocean Blue'
- Tradescantia (Andersoniana Group) 'Purple Profusion'