Native Plant Database

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Ohio Spiderwort

Tradescantia ohiensis
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennials
Native Environment: Prairie, Savanna / Woodland
Season of Interest: Mid (May - June)
Main Color: Blue
Fall Color:

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Sun Exposure 
Full Sun, Medium Sun/Average Shade
Soil
Moisture
Moderate, High
Nature Attracting
Pollinators/Beneficial Insects
Wildlife Benefit
Food/Pollinators, Food/Small Animals
Animal
Resistance
Size

Height:

24 to
30
inches

Spread:

18 to
24
inches
Size
Height: 24 to
30
inches
Spread: 18 to
24
inches
Size
Height: 24 to
30
inches
Spread: 18 to
24
inches
Typical Landscape Use
A long-blooming perennial for the back of the border, naturalized area, meadow or lighlty shaded woodland garden.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Grow in average, dry to medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Bloom may be less profuse in shade. Cut back to 6-12" in mid-summer to encourage fresh growth and repeat bloom.
Special Features
Special Usage
Edible
Basic Description

Clusters of blue, one-inch flowers from late May to early July. Dark, blue-green, arching, grasslike leaves grow in clumps. Leaves and stems are edible fresh or cooked. Note: This resource on this edible plant is intended as general information only. As with any foods, there is a potential for allergic reactions when consuming native edibles. Always seek the advice of a health professional with any questions about touching or eating any plant matter.

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