Tradescantia pallida 'Purpurea' - Purple Heart, Purple Queen

Market price from $2.80 to $7.70

Tradescantia pallida 'Purpurea' is more than just a plant – it’s a statement piece. More commonly referred to as the Purple Heart or Purple Queen, this bold perennial is renowned for its stunning deep purple foliage, which is certain to capture admiration in any setting. Its intriguing visual appeal is enhanced by the delicate dance of its dainty pink or purple flowers that pirouette around the plant. Not just a showstopper, the Purple Heart displays robust tolerance to drought and has a remarkable resilience that helps it thrive in sun to partial shade. With a spread of up to 3 feet yet a modest height of 1 foot, this elegant perennial exhibits a flowing cascade that beautifully lends itself to ground cover, border landscaping or a captivating feature in hanging baskets. The Purple Heart is much more than a delightful splash of color; it's a testament to beauty's resilience - providing an alluring garden enhancement that's as tough as it is eye-catching.