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 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.
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Clonex is the preferred rooting hormone for nurseries across NZ and the world. It is the industry standard for rooting softwood, semi-hardwood, and hardwood cuttings of all types. Its thick gel formulation stays in contact with and around the stem, sealing the cut to prevent air embolisms and wilting. Clonex active ingredient is Indole butyric acid (also known as IBA) which is a plant hormone that is responsible for root initiation and growth. Clonex Green has 1.5 g/L IBA and is used for herbaceous and softwood cuttings. Clonex Purple has 3.0 g/L IBA and is used for semi-hardwood cuttings. Clonex Red has 8.0 g/L IBA and is used for hardwood cuttings.
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