Tradescantia ‘Dark Desire’ ( Hanging Basket )
Tradescantia ‘Dark Desire’ ( Hanging Basket )
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Add a touch of dramatic colour and elegance to your outdoor or indoor spaces with Tradescantia ‘Dark Desire’. This eye-catching trailing plant features rich, deep purple foliage with striking contrasting tones, creating a bold display that adds depth and visual interest to hanging baskets, balconies, patios and sheltered garden areas. Its cascading growth habit makes it ideal for elevated displays, where its attractive foliage can gracefully spill over the edges of pots and containers.
Easy to grow and rewarding to maintain, Tradescantia ‘Dark Desire’ is an excellent choice for gardeners wanting a low-maintenance plant with standout foliage. Perfect for hanging baskets, decorative containers and adding colour to smaller spaces, it brings a lush, vibrant feel to any setting. With its unique appearance and beautiful trailing form, this variety is a wonderful addition to any plant collection.
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Mature height
15–30 cm (trailing stems can grow longer)
Mature width
30–60 cm
Spacing
20–30 cm
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen Perennial
Foliage
Deep burgundy, dark purple to almost black foliage with subtle contrasting green tones; small pink or purple flowers may appear.
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to Summer (occasional flowering)
Sun tolerance
Bright, indirect light to partial shade. Tolerates gentle morning sunlight.
Maintenance
Low. Water when the top layer of soil begins to dry. Avoid overwatering and ensure good drainage. Trim trailing stems regularly to encourage fuller growth.
Root System
Shallow, fibrous root system with roots readily developing from stem nodes.