Purple HeartPotted
A striking ornamental plant with rich purple foliage and delicate pink flowers. Its trailing growth and vivid colour make it ideal for garden borders, containers, hanging planters, and decorative outdoor displays.
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- Sunlight
- full
- Watering
- weekly
- Height
- 20-40 cm
- Care level
- easy
- Lifecycle
- perennial
- Placement
- Indoors
Seasons
SKU purple-heart-REG
The Victorian language of flowers
“Purple Heart, Tradescantia pallida, is admired for its vivid violet foliage and resilient, spreading growth. Its rich colour and enduring appearance inspire associations with dignity, individuality, and perseverance.”
- Emotional depth
- Dignity
- Individuality
- Resilience
Growing and care guide
Growing Instructions
- 1
Plant in well-draining soil during spring after the risk of frost has passed.
- 2
Provide full sun for the deepest purple foliage, introducing the plant to direct sunlight gradually.
- 3
Protect from frost and freezing temperatures in Kashmir by moving potted plants to a bright, sheltered indoor location during winter.
- 4
Trim long or leggy stems in spring to encourage compact, bushy growth. Stem cuttings can be used for propagation.
Care Instructions
Water when the upper layer of soil begins to dry, allowing excess water to drain freely.
Reduce watering during cold weather when growth slows, and avoid waterlogged soil.
Apply a balanced fertilizer sparingly during active growth according to the product label.
Pinch growing tips and remove damaged or yellowing leaves to maintain a neat appearance.
Inspect periodically for mealybugs, aphids, and signs of fungal problems.