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tradescantia purple

Tradescantia purple is the go-to choice for Kiwis who want to add a pop of colour and modern flair to their indoor plant collection or garden. With its vibrant purple foliage and easy care requirements, tradescantia purple varieties bring both charm and resilience to any space. Whether you're a seasoned houseplant enthusiast or just starting out, these striking plants are ideal for brightening up your home or adding texture to your landscape.

Pseudopanax lessonii purpurea shrub in a garden with purple and green foliage.

Pseudopanax lessonii 'Purpurea'

Pseudopanax lessonii 'Purpurea' is a striking New Zealand native shrub admired for its rich purple toned foliage and bold architectural form. This evergreen plant provides year round colour and structure, making it an excellent feature for modern landscapes, native gardens, and mixed borders.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
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Fagus sylvatica 'Riversii'

Fagus sylvatica 'Riversii' is a magnificent deciduous tree admired for its rich deep purple foliage that creates a dramatic display from spring until autumn before turning warm bronze tones.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 10.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Parks, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean
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Acer platanoides 'Nigrum'

Acer platanoides 'Nigrum' is a striking deciduous tree valued for its large deep purple foliage and impressive shade creating canopy. The richly...

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Bougainvillea 'Krishna' light purple flower.
Bougainvillea 'Krishna'

Bougainvillea 'Krishna' is a dwarf variety that grows compactly with few thorns, yet produces impressive flowers. Throughout the summer, it bears...

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Prunus 'Thundercloud'

Prunus 'Thundercloud' is a striking ornamental plum tree admired for its rich purple foliage and masses of soft pink flowers during spring. This...

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Heuchera 'Glitter'

Heuchera 'Glitter' is a stunning perennial admired for its shimmering silver foliage highlighted with dark veining and rich purple undersides. The...

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Beilschmiedia tarairi (Taraire) trees growing in a modern garden.
Beilschmiedia tarairi (Taraire)

Beilschmiedia tarairi, commonly known as the Taraire tree, is a unique, NZ native tree. Its prominent feature is the masses of olive-like, purple...

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Fraxinus 'Purple Spire'

Fraxinus 'Purple Spire' is an elegant deciduous tree admired for its upright narrow habit and outstanding autumn foliage that develops rich purple...

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Lavender 'Major' plants with purple flowers above olive-green foliage.
Lavender 'Major'

Lavender 'Major' is an impressive lavender variety known for its tall flower spikes and rich purple blooms held above aromatic grey green foliage...

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Fagus sylvatica 'Purple Fountain' specimen tree.
Fagus sylvatica 'Purple Fountain'

The Purple Fountain beech is a variety of European Beech tree that features colourful foliage and weeping branches. The glossy leaves emerge deep...

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Hoya 'Royal Hawaiian Purple' flower cluster.
Hoya pubicalyx 'Royal Hawaiian Purple'

Hoya pubicalyx 'Royal Hawaiian Purple' is a stunning evergreen climber prized for its thick glossy foliage and clusters of richly coloured star...

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Tradescantia pallida purpurea growing from a pot with trailing purple foliage.
Tradescantia pallida

Tradescantia pallida is a striking foliage plant valued for its rich purple trailing stems and narrow pointed leaves. This hardy and fast growing...

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Tradescantia Zebrina growing a pot with trailing silver and purple foliage.
Tradescantia zebrina

Tradescantia zebrina is a popular trailing foliage plant admired for its purple and silver striped leaves and fast growing habit. This versatile...

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Tradescantia blossfeldiana plant with lush green leaves and pink flowers.
Tradescantia blossfeldiana

Tradescantia blossfeldiana is an attractive trailing foliage plant valued for its soft green leaves with rich purple undersides and vigorous growth...

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Tradescantia virginiana plant with elegant, purple flowers.
Tradescantia virginiana

Tradescantia virginiana is a hardy perennial valued for its upright grassy foliage and vibrant three petalled flowers in shades of blue purple and...

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Tradescantia sillamontana plant with velvet covered green leaves.
Tradescantia sillamontana

Tradescantia sillamontana is a distinctive foliage plant valued for its soft silver grey leaves covered in fine hairs and its small pink flowers in...

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Tradescantia chrysophylla plant with trailling foliage.
Tradescantia chrysophylla

Tradescantia chrysophylla is an attractive trailing foliage plant valued for its soft golden green leaves and fast growing habit. This versatile...

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Tradescantia albo vittata variegated leaves.
Tradescantia albiflora 'Albo-Vittata'

Tradescantia albiflora 'Albo-Vittata' is a popular trailing foliage plant admired for its green leaves striped with crisp white variegation. This...

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Dodonaea viscosa purpurea shrub with colourful, purple foliage growing an an informal hedge.
Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush)

Dodonaea viscosa purpurea, commonly known as Purple Ake Ake, features lush, purple leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is...

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Mangave 'Purple People Eater' plant with purple leaves.
Mangave 'Purple People Eater'

Mangave 'Purple People Eater' is a dramatic succulent with broad architectural leaves and rich purple colouring that intensifies in bright light. It...

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Tradescantia 'Blue and Gold' plant with blue flowers and green-yellow foliage.
Tradescantia 'Blue and Gold'

Tradescantia 'Blue and Gold' is an eye catching foliage plant valued for its striking variegated leaves featuring blue green tones with golden yellow...

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Ajuga reptans 'Purple Torch' pink flowers above dark green foliage with a purple overtone.
Ajuga reptans 'Purple Torch'

Ajuga reptans 'Purple Torch' is a striking ground cover that lights up shaded NZ gardens with its rich purple flower spikes and deep green foliage...

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Callistemon 'Purple Splendens'

Callistemon 'Purple Splendens' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its rich deep purple red bottlebrush flowers that appear from spring into...

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Hoheria 'Purple Wave' foliage with green leaves and purple undersides.
Hoheria populnea 'Purple Wave'

Hoheria populnea 'Purple Wave', commonly known as Purple Lacebark, is a quick-growing, small, NZ native tree that features colourful foliage. The...

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Mesembryanthemum 'Purple Splendour'

Mesembryanthemum 'Purple Splendour' is a variety of the commonly known, Iceplant, and is an herbaceous perennial grown for its spreading nature and...

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Loropetalum 'Purple Pixie' rich purple foliage.
Loropetalum 'Purple Pixie'

Loropetalum 'Purple Pixie' produces rich purple foliage, which is held densely off near prostrate stems. It typically grows to 40 cm tall and 1.2 m...

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Aubrieta 'Purple Cascade' plant covered in purple flowers.
Aubrieta 'Purple Cascade' (Purple Rock Cress)

Aubrieta 'Purple Cascade' is a beautiful low growing perennial that produces masses of vivid purple flowers in early spring. The colourful blooms...

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Hoheria 'Purple Lace' trees for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Hoheria sextylosa 'Purple Lace' (Purple Lacebark)

Hoheria sextylosa 'Purple Lace' features young leaves that emerge purple and become dark green with age. The foliage is held densely on slender...

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Hardenbergia 'Purple Spray' flowers and green foliage.
Hardenbergia 'Purple Spray'

Hardenbergia 'Purple Spray' is a vigorous evergreen climber grown for its cascading sprays of rich purple pea like flowers and glossy dark green...

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Callistemon 'Purple Splendour' (Purple Bottlebrush)

Callistemon 'Purple Splendour' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its rich purple red bottlebrush flowers that appear from spring into summer...

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Hyacinth 'Purple Sensation'

Hyacinth 'Purple Sensation' is a highly fragrant spring flowering bulb prized for its dense spikes of rich purple flowers. The blooms emerge above...

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Boronia 'Purple Jared'

Boronia 'Purple Jared' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its masses of richly coloured purple flowers and fine aromatic foliage. The highly...

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Pseudopanax lessonii 'Purpurea'

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Why Choose Tradescantia Purple Varieties?

Tradescantia purple plants are celebrated for their cascading stems and striking shades, ranging from vivid violets to deep royal purples. Their adaptability makes them perfect for pots, hanging baskets, or as trailing groundcovers in frost-free spots. Many New Zealanders find tradescantia purple effortless to grow, thriving with minimal attention in bright, indirect light.

Popular Tradescantia Purple Types

If you're searching for tradescantia purple, you'll quickly discover several captivating options, each with its own unique leaf shape and growth habit. Some of the most-loved varieties include:

Care Tips for Tradescantia Purple

Tradescantia purple plants thrive in well-drained soil and appreciate regular watering, but be careful—too much moisture can cause root rot. Most do best in bright, indirect light, which intensifies their vibrant colour. If growing outdoors, position them in a spot protected from heavy frost. Indoors, a sunny windowsill or bright corner is perfect. Trim back overlong stems to keep growth bushy and encourage fresh foliage.

Versatile Uses Around the Home and Garden

Thanks to their trailing stems, tradescantia purple varieties make beautiful indoor trailing plants—ideal for shelves, bookcases, or hanging pots. Outdoors, use them as groundcovers, or plant them among contrasting greens to highlight their bold tones. With their easy-going nature, they are also a great choice for beginner gardeners seeking a splash of distinctive foliage.

Ready to give your living space a stylish upgrade with tradescantia purple? Browse our full range, including Tradescantia pallida, Tradescantia zebrina, Tradescantia blossfeldiana, Tradescantia virginiana, and Tradescantia sillamontana, and find your perfect purple plant today.

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