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Tradescantia Brainstorm (Spiderwort)

Tradescantia Brainstorm (Spiderwort)

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Tradescantia ‘Brainstorm’ (Spiderwort) is a striking, fast-growing ornamental plant valued for its vibrant, trailing foliage that brings instant colour and texture to any space. Its leaves typically display rich purple tones blended with green and silver striping, creating a bold, eye-catching effect whether grown in pots, hanging baskets, or as a cascading feature in mixed arrangements. The plant’s natural trailing habit makes it especially effective for softening edges and adding movement to indoor or shaded outdoor spaces.

Easy to grow and highly adaptable, this Tradescantia thrives with minimal effort, making it a great choice for both beginners and experienced plant lovers. It performs best in bright, indirect light and rewards consistent care with vigorous growth and fuller, more dramatic trailing stems. Perfect for patios, balconies, or bright interiors, Tradescantia ‘Brainstorm’ offers a low-maintenance way to achieve a lush, modern plant display with strong visual impact year-round.


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Mature height

15–30 cm (trailing stems 60–90 cm+)

Mature width

40–60 cm

Spacing

30–40 cm apart (or 1 plant per small/medium pot)

Evergreen/Deciduous

Evergreen in warm climates; semi-evergreen in cooler regions

Foliage

Purple, green, and silver variegated foliage; small pink to purple flowers (seasonal)

Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest

Spring to early autumn, intermittent in warm conditions

Sun tolerance

Bright indirect light to partial shade

Maintenance

Low maintenance; occasional trimming to encourage bushiness and control trailing growth

Root System

Shallow, fibrous, fast-establishing root system suited to containers and baskets