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Wandering Jew Tradescantia zebrina 'Red'

Wandering Jew

Wandering Jew Red is covered with fleshy, oval leaves that are attached to the stem. The leaves are blue-green with two silver stripes running throughout on top and a deep red color on the underside. Wandering Jew, commonly reffered to as 'Inch Plant', is native to Mexico. Wandering Jew is an easy-to-grow trailing plant that requires very little work to maintain. To keep your Wandering Jew plant looking full and healthy, pinch back when the stems get to long! 

Height

4-8 Inches

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Spread

10-24 Inches

Homeowner Growing
& Maintenance Tips

Wandering Jew plants require bright, indirect sunlight. Pinching back the vines helps create fullness in the plant. Keep your Wandering Jew plant moist but not soggy to thrive well!

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Interesting Notes

As a houseplant, Wandering Jew grows best in hanging baskets or pots near a window. Wandering Jew works great as a groundcover or bedding plant outdoors!

USDA Hardiness Zone 11

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Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes
• Ground Cover
• Container
• Mass Planting
• Edging
• Focal Point
• Great Foliage
• Border or Bed
Purchase Size(s):
• 11" Hanging Basket
• 1801 (4")
Exposure
• Sun
• Partial Shade
Foliage Color
• Red
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
Soil Moisture Preference
• Average
• Moist
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