Tradescantia types are beloved for their vibrant foliage, ease of care, and versatility in both indoor and outdoor gardens. These striking plants come in a fascinating array of colours, leaf textures, and growth habits, making them a favourite among New Zealand houseplant lovers and landscape gardeners alike. Whether you are searching for trailing varieties to enliven your hanging baskets, or bold upright types to add interest to your borders, the world of Tradescantia has something for everyone.

Tradescantia pallida is a striking foliage plant valued for its rich purple trailing stems and narrow pointed leaves. This hardy and fast growing plant performs very well in New Zealand as a groundcover, container plant, or indoor feature. It is ideal for gardeners wanting bold colour with minimal maintenance. Tradescantia pallida adds contrast, texture, and year round interest to borders, hanging baskets, patios, and interior spaces.
From $25.58

Tradescantia blossfeldiana is an attractive trailing foliage plant valued for its soft green leaves with rich purple undersides and vigorous growth habit. This adaptable plant performs very well in New Zealand as an indoor plant, container feature, or groundcover in warm sheltered gardens. It is ideal for gardeners wanting reliable colour contrast with minimal maintenance. Tradescantia blossfeldiana adds texture, movement, and year round interest to hanging baskets, patios, borders, and interior spaces.
From $28.28
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