Northwest Blooms · Groundcovers
Tradescantia fluminensis ‘Maiden’s Blush’
Maiden’s Blush Spiderwort
- Family
- Commelinaceae
- Height
- 6 to 12 inches
- Width
- 12 to 24 inches, spreads vigorously
- Flower color
- Small white flowers
- Foliage color
- Green with pink blush
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Partial shade to full shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low to moderate
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 9 to 12
- Wildlife
- Not known for attracting wildlife, though it may provide habitat for small insects
About this plant
Tradescantia fluminensis 'Maiden's Blush' is an eye-catching trailing plant known for its delicate, blush-pink and green variegated foliage. The leaves exhibit a soft gradient of pale pink to light green, giving it a soft and romantic appearance. In late spring to early summer, it produces small white, three-petaled flowers that add subtle beauty to the already stunning foliage. Its cascading growth makes it ideal for hanging baskets or as a ground cover in shaded areas.
Native to South America, particularly Brazil and Argentina, 'Maiden's Blush' is a variation of the species Tradescantia fluminensis, which thrives in warm, humid environments. Its ability to tolerate low light and bring year-round color through its pink-tinted leaves makes it a popular choice for indoor plant displays or shaded outdoor gardens.
Works well in
Woodland Gardens · Under Trees · Containers · Borders
Companion plants
Acorus · Skimmias · Astilbes · Blechnums · Carexes · Heucheras
Design tip
Allow the cascading stems to spill naturally over walls, containers, or raised beds to soften hard edges. Pair the blush-toned foliage with bold leaves and rich green woodland plants to create layered compositions with gentle color and graceful texture.
