•Size at Maturity: Typically grows up to 1-3 feet tall.
•Bloom Season: Blooms in spring to early summer, producing clusters of blue to purple flowers.
•Native Status to Florida: Native to Florida.
•pH Requirements: Tolerant of a wide range of soil pH levels, but typically found in slightly acidic to neutral soils.
•Sun Exposure: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
•Salt Tolerance: Low salt tolerance.
•Moisture Requirements: Prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil.
•Wildlife Benefits: Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich flowers. Provides habitat for beneficial insects.
•Phenology: Produces clusters of blue to purple flowers with three petals.
•Considerations (if any): Ohio Spiderwort can self-seed and spread in the garden.
•Recommended Landscape Uses: Native plant gardens, naturalized areas, or as a ground cover in shaded areas.
•Toxicity to Pets: Tradescantia species are generally non-toxic to pets, but ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.