Purple Heart Tradescantia pallida - 2 Live Bare Root Starter Plants, 4-6 Inches

About This Plant

Purple Heart (Tradescantia pallida), also known as Setcreasea pallida, is a perennial ornamental foliage plant prized for its rich purple stems and vibrant purple foliage. This listing features healthy starter plants that will develop into lush, trailing plants with proper care. Plants are sold without pots and are shipped bare root.

What You Will Receive

2 live Purple Heart plants, each approximately 4–6 inches tall. Ships bare root (no pot). Healthy, rooted starter plants. Secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Purple Heart
• Botanical Name: Tradescantia pallida (Setcreasea pallida)
• Plant Type: Perennial ornamental foliage plant
• Growth Stage: Starter plants
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-draining soil
• Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist while establishing
• Mature Height: 1–2 feet
• Growth Rate: Fast
• USDA Zones: 7–11
• Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tip: Plant in well-draining soil and water thoroughly after planting. Place in a sunny location for the richest purple foliage color. Pinch or prune stems regularly to encourage fuller, bushier growth and maintain a compact appearance.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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