Spiderwort

Tradescantia Ohiensis

If you are looking for a reliable, vibrant, and low-maintenance plant that kicks off the growing season with a splash of color, Ohio Spiderwort (Tradescantia ohiensis) is the perfect addition to your landscape.

This native perennial is famous for its unique three-petaled blue-to-purple flowers and its fascinating “morning-only” bloom cycle.

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Why You Should Plant Ohio Spiderwort

• A “Morning Cafe” for Bees: Spiderwort is a vital early-to-midsummer food source for pollinators, especially Bumblebees. The flowers open in the early morning and typically close by mid-afternoon. During those morning hours, the plant is a hive of activity, providing high-quality pollen when bees are most active.
• Extreme Adaptability: Ohio Spiderwort is one of the most resilient native plants you can find. It is incredibly drought-tolerant once established, thrives in poor soil, and can handle everything from full blistering sun to significant shade. Whether you have a dry slope or a partially shaded woodland edge, this plant will flourish.
• Unique Aesthetic: With its long, grass-like arching leaves and clusters of jewel-toned flowers, it adds a soft, structural texture to the garden. The flowers feature bright yellow anthers that “pop” against the deep blue petals, creating a stunning visual contrast.
• Self-Sustaining and Hardy: It is a prolific grower that fills in gaps quickly, making it excellent for suppressing weeds naturally. It is also generally deer-resistant, as the sap can be irritating to herbivores, meaning your hard work won’t be eaten overnight.