Tradescantia Zebrina Discolour - 1x Plug Plant - Interesting Variety - Hardy

Tradescantia zebrina 'Discolor' – Silver Inch Plant Tradescantia zebrina 'Discolor' is an evergreen, clump-forming perennial that grows upright at first and quickly develops into a trailing habit. The foliage is oval-shaped and smooth, with green leaves marked by metallic grey stripes and undersides that range from deep purple to red depending on light levels. Flowers are pale purple but rarely appear indoors. --- Key Details: Botanical name: Tradescantia zebrina 'Discolor' Common name: Silver Inch Plant Family: Commelinaceae Foliage: Evergreen Habit: Clump-forming, trailing Flower colour: Pale purple (rarely produced indoors) Native range: Central and South America Potentially harmful: Skin allergen – wear gloves when handling --- Growing Conditions: Position: Bright, filtered light; avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorch Soil: Fertile, free-draining compost (houseplant or multipurpose, peat-free) Watering: Water moderately during active growth; reduce watering in winter Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid feed monthly during the growing season Temperature: Prefers warm indoor conditions; protect from cold draughts --- Care Information: Easy to grow indoors or in a conservatory Remove faded or damaged stems to maintain a tidy appearance Can be propagated by stem tip cuttings or division May be susceptible to red spider mite, mealybugs, aphids, vine weevil, and thrips Generally disease-free --- Please note: Plant is supplied without a pot, in a soil plug.

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