prairie spiderwort

The prairie spiderwort should be watered on a regular basis when the soil is dry to the touch. During the spring and summer months, water the soil every 5-7 days to keep it moist. During the fall and winter months, water the soil once every 10-15 days. It is important to avoid over-watering this plant, as this can cause root rot. To avoid this, allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out before watering again.

Prairie spiderwort (Tradescantia bracteata) is an herbaceous plant that requires between 4 and 7 hours of direct sunlight per day in order to flower and grow optimally. The best location for this type of plant is an area of the garden that receives full sunlight in the morning and early afternoon, and then a few hours of dappled shade in the late afternoon. In some cases, Prairie Spiderwort can tolerate full sun for the entire day, although this will typically deplete the soil’s nutrients faster and require more frequent watering. In regions with exceptionally hot summers, partial shade may be desirable during the hottest hours of the day.

Prairie spiderwort (Tradescantia bracteata) is best pruned in late winter or early spring just before the start of the growing season. Pruning should be done by cutting back the top of the plant to around 3 inches from the ground to promote a denser compact growth habit. The stems can then be divided to promote thicker foliage and minimize the possibility of wind damage. Depending on the severity of the pruning, the plant may flower again in the same season or take a few weeks to fill back in. To maintain the desired shape, deadheading spent flower stalks after flowering can help keep the plant looking its best.