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Blue And Gold Spiderwort
Tradescantia andersoniana 'Blue and Gold'
Spiderwort
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'Blue and Gold' is a popular and striking cultivar of spiderwort known for its colorful, low-maintenance foliage and flowers. It is also sold under the name 'Sweet Kate'. The plant's most notable feature is its contrasting golden-yellow leaves and vibrant violet-blue flowers. It performs best in partial shade, especially in hotter climates, where it can avoid getting scorched or tattered by intense sun.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Deer resistant.
Quick answers
How big does Blue And Gold Spiderwort get?
About 12-18" tall and 24" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Blue And Gold Spiderwort need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Blue And Gold Spiderwort need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Blue And Gold Spiderwort grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Blue And Gold Spiderwort deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Blue And Gold Spiderwort in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Blue And Gold Spiderwort wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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